Parasitic insect Crossword Clue

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This time we bring you information about the crossword clue Parasitic insect that was published at The Times Concise crossword puzzle page.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

For the clue "Parasitic insect," the answer for today is "LOUSE." This connection between the clue and the answer is a common theme in crossword puzzles where the clue provides a characteristic or description that matches the answer precisely. Here's why the answer "LOUSE" fits the clue:

1. Parasitic Nature: Lice are notorious for being parasitic insects that infest mammals, including humans. They feed on blood and can cause discomfort and irritation.
2. Specificity: The clue "Parasitic insect" points directly to the answer "LOUSE" as it is a well-known insect known for its parasitic behavior.
3. Common Knowledge: Across different cultures and regions, the association between lice and parasitic behavior is widespread, making this clue and answer pair easily recognizable to crossword solvers.
4. Crossword Conventions: Clues in crossword puzzles often rely on classic word associations like this one, where the simplicity and directness of the clue lead to the precise answer.

This kind of clue-answer relationship showcases the cleverness and precision that crossword constructions aim for, providing an enjoyable challenge for solvers to crack the puzzle using their vocabulary and general knowledge.

More Answers:

• LOUSE
• FLEA

Definition of "LOUSE"

either of two small wingless parasitic insects that live on the skin of mammals and birds.

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 The Crossword clue "Parasitic insect" published 84 time/s & has 2 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Times Concise	2 March 2024	LOUSE
The Sun Two Speed	28 February 2024	FLEA
Independent.co.uk - Concise	17 December 2023	FLEA
Evening Standard - Easy	1 December 2023	FLEA
Daily Quick	19 November 2023	FLEA
The Telegraph - Quick	11 March 2023	FLEA
The Guardian Quick	23 April 2022	FLEA
USA Today	18 July 2020	FLEA
The Washington Post Sunday	14 July 2019	LOUSE
The Irish News Quick	16 October 2018	FLEA
Crossword Climber	2 July 2018	FLEA
The Guardian	3 January 2018	FLEA
The Sun Coffee Time	22 May 2015	LOUSE
Universal	27 January 2003	FLEA