Definitions of dobson fly
-
large soft-bodied insect having long slender mandibles in the male; aquatic larvae often used as bait
-
synonyms:
Corydalus cornutus, dobson, dobsonfly
-
type of:
-
neuropteran, neuropteron, neuropterous insect
insect having biting mouthparts and four large membranous wings with netlike veins
-
neuropteran, neuropteron, neuropterous insect
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
- MLA
- APA
- Chicago
Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘dobson fly'.
Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors.
Send us feedback
Word Family
EDITOR'S CHOICE
Look up dobson fly for the last time
Close your vocabulary gaps with personalized learning that focuses on teaching the words you need to know.
