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caddisfly

/kædɪsflaɪ/ noun · British & US
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What does caddisfly mean?

noun

A small insect that has a case made of plant material, often found near water. It is a type of aquatic insect that belongs to the order Trichoptera.

Example

"The caddisfly larvae build intricate cases to protect themselves from predators."

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