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n. [L. pruinosus, frosty](ARTHROPODA: Insecta)A \'bloom\' covering of whitish or waxy particles; pruinose adj..
Online Dictionary of Invertebrate Zoology. A.R. Maggenti and S.L. Gardne. 2005.
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Pruinescence — Pruinescence, or pruinosity, is a bloom caused by pigment on top of an insect s cuticle that covers up the underlying coloration, giving a dusty or frosted appearance. The pruinescence is commonly white to pale blue in color, but can also be gray … Wikipedia
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pruinescence — ˌprüəˈnesən(t)s noun ( s) Etymology: Latin pruina + English escence : the state of being pruinose; also : the dust or bloom causing this condition * * * … Useful english dictionary
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