SINCE 1828
flyblown
adjective
fly·blown
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Definition of flyblown
1a
: not pure : tainted
a world flyblown with the vices of irresponsible power— V. L. Parrington
b
: not bright and new : seedy, moth-eaten
2a
: infested with eggs or young larvae of a flesh fly or blowfly
b
: covered with flyspecks
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flyblown
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of flyblown
chiefly British
: in poor and dirty condition : made dirty by flies : not suitable for eating
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flyblown
adjective
fly·blown
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Medical Definition of flyblown
1
: infested with flyblows
2
: covered with flyspecks
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