Insect, black, missing wings
I believe the answer is:
lac
This clue could be a double definition.
'insect' is the first definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I don't understand how one could define the other.
'black missing wings' is the second definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I cannot see how one could define the other.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for lac that I've seen before include "Insect's resinous secretion" , "Stated need" , "Resinous material" , "insects secrete this" , "Ingredient of varnish" .)