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book louse

noun

Definition of BOOK LOUSE

:  any of various tiny usually wingless insects (order Psocoptera and especially genus Liposcelis) that feed on organic matter (as paper) and usually inhabit damp areas
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First Known Use of BOOK LOUSE

1867

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