skeeter
Skeeter is a colloquial term for a mosquito, especially in the Southern United States. In addition to its biological sense, skeeter also functions as a nickname or given name in various cultural contexts and can appear in titles or character names in popular media.
Etymology and usage: The origin of skeeter is unclear, but most linguists consider it a regional slang
In culture and people: Skeeter Phelan is a fictional writer and central character in Kathryn Stockett’s novel
Other uses: Skeeter Boats is a brand of bass boats popular with recreational anglers. The term skeeter