Definition of crane fly
: any of a family (Tipulidae) of long-legged slender dipteran flies that resemble large mosquitoes but do not bite
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Kramer writes, to impressive effect: Britain is home to some 326 crane fly species in all, including T. paludosa.
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Named for their slender, dangling legs, crane flies live life in an amorous whirlwind.
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Definition of crane fly for English Language Learners
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: a type of fly that has a long thin body, two wings, and long legs
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