'lace-winged fly' definitions:

Definition of 'lace-winged fly'

From: GCIDE
  • Lacewing \Lace"wing`\ (l[=a]s"w[i^]ng`), n. (Zool.) Any one of several species of neuropterous insects of the genus Chrysopa and allied genera. They have delicate, lacelike wings and brilliant eyes. Their larv[ae] are useful in destroying aphids. Called also lace-winged fly, and goldeneyed fly. [1913 Webster]