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horse fly

/ˈhɔːrs flaɪ/

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/ˈhɔːrs flaɪ/B1formalscientific
  • ruКрупная, крепкая муха семейства Tabanidae, известная своим болезненным укусом и привлекательностью для скота и людей, часто встречающаяся у воды или в сельской местности.

A large, robust fly of the family Tabanidae, known for its painful bite and attraction to livestock and humans, often found near water or in rural areas.

  1. Large biting flyB1formal

    A large, robust fly of the family Tabanidae, known for its painful bite and attraction to livestock and humans.

    ruСлепень

    • The horse fly bit him on the arm while he was hiking.
    • Farmers often use special repellents to protect their cattle from horse flies.
    • A horse fly can be identified by its large eyes and loud buzzing sound.