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vinegar fly

/ˈvɪnɪɡə flaɪ/

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/ˈvɪnɪɡə flaɪ/B2formalscientific
  • ruМаленькая муха, также известная как плодовая муха или дрозофила, которая привлекается к ферментирующим фруктам, уксусу и другим органическим веществам. Широко используется в научных исследованиях.

A small fly, also known as a fruit fly or Drosophila, that is attracted to fermenting fruit, vinegar, and other organic matter. It is commonly used in scientific research.

  1. Small fruit pestB2formal

    A small fly, often of the genus Drosophila, that is attracted to fermenting fruit and vinegar.

    ruМелкий вредитель фруктов

    • The vinegar fly is commonly used in genetic research.
    • A swarm of vinegar flies gathered around the overripe bananas.
    • Vinegar flies are harmless but can be a nuisance in the kitchen.