What is another word for horsefly?
86 synonyms found
Pronunciation:
[ hˈɔːsfla͡ɪ], [ hˈɔːsflaɪ], [ h_ˈɔː_s_f_l_aɪ]
Horseflies are insects that belong to the family of Tabanidae. They are known to be large and blood-sucking flies that are found in various parts of the world. Interestingly, horseflies are referred to by several synonyms that describe their physical appearance or behavior. Some of these synonyms include gadfly, breeze fly, deer fly, cleg, clutch, and breeze fly. The term "gadfly" is derived from the Greek word "gadus," which means to bite. Deer fly is a common term used in North America, and it is named so because they are usually found in areas where deer are abundant. Horseflies display a characteristic zigzag flight pattern, hence the term "clutch." Regardless of the name, horseflies are a nuisance to both humans and animals.
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Synonyms for Horsefly:
n.
• Hippobosca Equina (noun)-
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- bloodsucker,
- beetle.
- cleg.
- botfly,
- ant,
- centipede,
- bedbug,
- tsetse fly,
- tick,
- aphid,
- chinch,
- cricket,
- may fly,
- June Bug,
- cockroach,
- fly,
- moth,
- scorpion,
- silverfish,
- mantis,
- firefly,
- mosquito,
- deer fly,
- bee,
- tiger moth,
- earwig,
- praying mantis,
- boll weevil,
- dragonfly,
- ladybug,
- locust,
- grasshopper,
- louse,
- stinkbug,
- nit,
- blowfly,
- butterfly,
- gnat,
- midge,
- spider,
- bluebottle,
- fruit fly,
- daddy longlegs,
- black widow,
- cicada,
- termite,
- wasp,
- tarantula,
- mite,
- yellow jacket,
- millipede,
- dung beetle,
- flea,
- bookworm,
- chigger,
- housefly,
- scarab,
- katydid,
- Horntail.
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How to use "Horsefly" in context?
The horsefly is a very common fly that can be seen all around the United States. These flies typically feed on decaying animal flesh, but they can also feed on other organic matter. Although horseflies are not considered major pests, they can be quite annoying and can cause minor skin irritation.
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