Any of various microscopic mites of the family Eriophyidae, which cause reddish-brown discoloration of the surfaces of leaves and fruits of infested plants.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in American Entomologist.
Definition of rust mite in US English:
rust mite
noun
Any of various microscopic mites of the family Eriophyidae, which cause reddish-brown discoloration of the surfaces of leaves and fruits of infested plants.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in American Entomologist.