mayfly

UK
/ˈmeɪflaɪ/
US
/ˈmeɪflaɪ/

Übersetzungen

mayflysubstantiv
mayflies
Pl.
UK
/ˈmeɪflaɪ/
US
/ˈmeɪflaɪ/
The mayfly is known for its short lifespan.
Подёнка известна своей короткой продолжительностью жизни.
mayflyadjektiv
more mayfly
Komp.
most mayfly
Super.
UK
/ˈmeɪflaɪ/
US
/ˈmeɪflaɪ/
Used attributively before nouns (e.g., "mayfly larvae") to denote relation to the insect.

Definitionen

mayflysubstantiv
A type of insect belonging to the order Ephemeroptera, characterized by a short lifespan, delicate wings, and aquatic larvae.
The mayfly emerged from the water, its delicate wings shimmering in the sunlight.
A term used metaphorically to describe something that is short-lived or ephemeral.
The popularity of the new fashion trend was like a mayfly, disappearing almost as quickly as it arrived.
mayflyadjektiv
Relating to or characteristic of mayflies.
The angler studied the mayfly patterns before tying his flies.