shore fly

noun

1. any of numerous small black flies of the family Ephydridae, found in damp or marshy locations.

Word History and Origins

Origin of shore fly¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

In verdant meads they sport; and wide around Lie human bones that whiten all the ground: The ground polluted floats with human gore, And human carnage taints the dreadful shore Fly swift the dangerous coast: let every ear Be stopp'd against the song! 'tis death to hear!

From Project Gutenberg

Hence to Atrides; and his leave implore To launch thy vessel for thy natal shore; Fly, whilst thy mother virtuous yet withstands Her kindred's wishes, and her sire's commands; Through both, Eurymachus pursues the dame, And with the noblest gifts asserts his claim.

From Project Gutenberg