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vinegar fly

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun vinegar fly has 1 sense
  1. vinegar fly - flies whose larvae feed on pickles and imperfectly sealed preserves
    --1 is a kind of
    fruit fly, pomace fly
    --1 is a member of genus Drosophila

Definitions from the Web

Vinegar Fly

Description:

Vinegar fly refers to small insects belonging to the Drosophilidae family. These flies are commonly found in environments where vinegar, rotting fruits, or fermented substances are present. Vinegar flies are known for their rapid breeding cycle and small size, ranging from 1 to 5 millimeters. They are often attracted to sweet or sour odors, making them frequent visitors in kitchens and food storage areas.

Sample sentences:

Noun:

  1. I accidentally left a bowl of fruit on the counter, and it attracted vinegar flies.
  2. The vinegar fly is a common pest in wineries, as they are attracted to the aroma of fermenting grapes.
  3. During summer, vinegar flies are more active and can be a nuisance in outdoor dining areas.

Adjective:

  1. The vinegar fly infestation in the restaurant's kitchen was quickly addressed to maintain hygiene.
  2. Scientists study the vinegar fly genome to understand its genetic makeup and reproductive behavior.
  3. The presence of vinegar flies in the laboratory can contaminate experiments and disrupt research.

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