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spider fly

noun

, Angling.
  1. an artificial fly having a hackle body, little or no tail, no wings, and unusually long legs, dressed to resemble a spider.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of spider fly1

First recorded in 1780–90
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Example Sentences

His face was impassive; he was watching mechanically for a chance to slay a teasing green spider-fly.

Why if the webs of the gossamer spider fly about in the autumn, may east winds be anticipated?

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