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Bark-Louse

Definition:

A bark-louse is a small, winged insect belonging to the order Psocoptera, known for its elongated body and distinctive habits.

Senses:

1. Noun: An insect of the order Psocoptera, typically found in bark or leaf litter.
2. Noun: A device, such as an electronic collar, used to control a dog's barking.

Usages:

Sense 1 (noun):

Sample Sentence 1: The bark-louse is easily identified by its small size and delicate wings.

Sample Sentence 2: Bark-lice play an important role in the decomposition of organic matter in forest ecosystems.

Sample Sentence 3: Entomologists often study various species of bark-lice to better understand their behavior.

Sense 2 (noun):

Sample Sentence 1: The dog trainer recommended using a bark-louse to minimize excessive barking.

Sample Sentence 2: The bark-louse emitted a mild electric shock whenever the dog barked excessively.

Sample Sentence 3: My neighbor's dog became much quieter after using a bark-louse for training.

Related Products:

• Bark-Louse Identification Guidebook
• Dog Bark-Louse Control Collar
• Introduction to Bark-Louse Entomology