Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tailfly
Noun
/ˈteɪlˌflaɪ/
Definition
A type of fly that has a tail-like structure or appearance.
Examples
- The tailfly is commonly seen buzzing around ponds during the summer.
- Researchers studied the behavior of the tailfly to understand its role in the ecosystem.
- He observed a tailfly hovering near the edge of the water.
Meaning
Tailfly refers to an insect from the family of flies that typically have elongated bodies with a tail-like appendage, often found near water bodies.
Synonyms
- Waterfly
- Marshfly
- Dragonfly (in some contexts)
