Mosquito (noun)

1. A small flying insect that typically bites the skin of humans and animals to feed on blood.
2. A carrier of diseases such as malaria, yellow fever, and Zika virus.

Origin:

From spanish diminutive of mosca (fly).

Examples:

1. The mosquito's bite left an itchy red welt on her arm.
2. The mosquito netting protected the travelers from bites and disease.
3. The government launched a campaign to eradicate mosquito breeding grounds in the area.
4. The mosquito's ability to transmit diseases makes it a dangerous insect.
5. The sound of a mosquito buzzing can be a nuisance when trying to sleep.