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mayfly Definition and Meaning in English (mayfly definition)

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Mayfly definition: A delicate, short-lived insect with large, membranous wings, typically found near water, whose aquatic larvae are an important food source for fish.

Definitions of Mayfly

  1. 1noun

    A delicate, short-lived insect with large, membranous wings, typically found near water, whose aquatic larvae are an important food source for fish.

Example Sentences

“The mayfly has a very short adult lifespan, often lasting only a day or two.”

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Mayfly definition: A delicate, short-lived insect with large, membranous wings, typically found near water, whose aquatic larvae are an important food source for fish.
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'Mayfly' translates to 'mayfly' in English. Mayfly definition: A delicate, short-lived insect with large, membranous wings, typically found near water, whose aquatic larvae are an important food source for fish.
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