horsefly

[US]/ˈhɔːsflaɪ/
[UK]/ˈhɔrsflaɪ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a large fly that bites horses and other animals; a type of fly belonging to the family Tabanidae
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

horsefly bite

horsefly season

horsefly repellent

horsefly trap

horsefly infestation

horsefly control

horsefly larvae

horsefly population

horsefly species

horsefly behavior

Example Sentences

the horsefly buzzed around the picnic.

horseflies can be quite annoying in the summer.

she swatted the horsefly away from her face.

horseflies are attracted to sweat and movement.

the horsefly bite left a red mark on his arm.

during the hike, we encountered a swarm of horseflies.

horseflies are known for their painful bites.

he used a repellent to keep horseflies away.

the horsefly's buzzing was constant and irritating.

she learned to recognize horseflies by their size.

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