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Definitions from WordNet

Noun blowfly has 1 sense
  1. blowfly, blow fly - large usually hairy metallic blue or green fly; lays eggs in carrion or dung or wounds
    --1 is a kind of fly
    --1 is a member of Calliphora, genus Calliphora
    --1 has particulars: bluebottle, Calliphora vicina; greenbottle, greenbottle fly

Definitions from the Web

Blowfly

Definition

A blowfly is a common name for various species of flies belonging to the family Calliphoridae. They are characterized by their metallic coloration and ability to lay their eggs on decaying organic matter.

Senses

  • Noun - Insect

    A blowfly is a type of fly that belongs to the family Calliphoridae. It is commonly found in various habitats worldwide and is often attracted to carrion and decaying matter.

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    Sample Sentence

    I noticed a blowfly hovering around the garbage can.

  • Noun - Music

    In music, "blowfly" refers to the stage name of Clarence Reid, an American musician known for his explicit and humorous parody songs.

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    Sample Sentence

    The blowfly's unique style of music earned him a cult following.

  • Noun - Art

    In art, "blowfly" can refer to an art print or painting featuring blowflies as the subject.

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    Sample Sentence

    The artist created a surreal masterpiece with blowflies as the main motif.

  • Verb - Action

    To blowfly (verb) is the act of laying eggs on decaying matter, typically performed by fly species like blowflies.

    Sample Sentence

    The blowfly will blowfly around meat to lay its eggs.

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