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noun black·fly \ ˈblak-ˌflī \

Definition of blackfly

plural blackflies or blackfly
: any of various small dark-colored insects; especially : any of a family (Simuliidae and especially genus Simulium) of bloodsucking dipteran flies whose larvae usually live in flowing streams

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BLACKFLY Defined for English Language Learners

blackfly

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Definition of blackfly for English Language Learners

  • : a small fly that bites

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blackfly

noun black·fly \ ˈblak-ˌflī \

medical Definition of blackfly

plural blackflies
: any of a family (Simuliidae) and especially genus Simulium of bloodsucking dipteran flies

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