Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flypaper
noun
/ˈflaɪˌpeɪpər/
Definition
A sticky paper used for catching flies and other insects.
Examples
- She hung the flypaper in the kitchen to reduce the number of flies.
- The flypaper was covered with insects by the end of the week.
Meaning
Flypaper is an adhesive surface that attracts and traps flying insects, primarily used in homes to catch pests like flies.
Synonyms
- Insect trap
- Sticky tape
