The response to a sting or bite from insects or bugs is variable and depends on a variety of factors. Most bites and stings result in: 1  pain, 2  swelling, 3  redness, 4  itching, or.  blister.
sparÂ·ing. adj. 1. Given to or marked by prudence and restraint in the use of material resources. 2. Deficient or limited in quantity, fullness, or extent: sparing amounts of criticism. sparâ²ingÂ·ly adv.
an artist who is sparing in her use of color [=who does not use much color]. He has been sparing with details about his personal life. [=he has not talked much about his personal life]. [+] more examples [-] hide examples [+] Example sentences [-] Hide examples.