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stone fly

 

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Noun stone fly has 1 sense
  1. stonefly, stone fly, plecopteran - primitive winged insect with a flattened body; used as bait by fishermen; aquatic gilled larvae are carnivorous and live beneath stones
    --1 is a kind of insect
    --1 is a member of Plecoptera, order Plecoptera

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Stone Fly

Description:

A stone fly refers to a type of aquatic insect belonging to the order Plecoptera. They are characterized by their stout bodies, delicate wings, and aquatic life stage. Stone flies are commonly found near clean bodies of water such as rivers and streams, and they play a crucial role in freshwater ecosystems.

Senses:

Noun (1):

A stone fly is a type of aquatic insect.

Example sentence: I spotted a stone fly resting on a rock by the river.

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Noun (2):

A stone fly can also refer to a type of artificial fishing lure designed to imitate a stone fly nymph or adult form. These lures are often used in fly fishing.

Example sentence: The angler tied a stone fly to his fishing line, hoping to attract trout.

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Noun (3):

In popular local culture, a stone fly can be a nickname given to someone who is known for being steady and reliable.

Example sentence: John is always punctual and dependable; he's a true stone fly.

Adjective:

The term "stone fly" can also be used as an adjective to describe something related to or resembling a stone fly.

Example sentence: The angler had great success using a stone fly pattern on his flies.

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