caddis fly
/ˈkædɪs ˌflaɪ/
noun
- A small, moth-like insect of the order Trichoptera, whose aquatic larvae build protective cases (caddises) and are important as food for fish.
- A caddis-fly landed on the window screen, its wings folded like a tiny tent.
- Fly fishermen often imitate the caddis-fly with their artificial lures.
- The caddis-fly emerged from the stream and fluttered near the water's surface.
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