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caddis

 

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Caddis

Noun:

(1) A type of moth of the Trichoptera order, having aquatic larvae that build movable cases of silk decorated with sand or vegetation.

Example sentence: The caddis larvae, or "caseworms," use the silk from their salivary glands to construct protective cases in rivers and ponds.

(2) The silk case built by a caddis larva.

Example sentence: The caddis spun a remarkable case with tiny pebbles embedded in the silk while underwater.

(3) Any artificial lure made to resemble the larvae of a caddisfly.

Example sentence: The fisherman chose a caddis nymph fly to imitate the aquatic insect larvae commonly found in the stream.

(4) A box or container used by anglers to hold a collection of fishing flies.

Example sentence: The experienced fly fisherman carefully organized his caddis fly box, ensuring he had a variety of sizes and colors available.

Adjective:

(1) Referring to or relating to a caddis or caddisflies.

Example sentence: The entomology class enjoyed studying the caddis life cycle and observing the different species found in local streams.

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