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firefly

/ˈfaɪəflaɪ/

/ˈfaɪərflaɪ/

fireflynoun

fireflies

/ˈfaɪəflaɪ/

/ˈfaɪərflaɪ/

Translations

The firefly glowed brightly in the dark forest.

Светлячок ярко светился в темном лесу.

Definitions

A small, winged beetle known for its ability to produce light through bioluminescence, often seen in warm climates during the evening.

As the sun set, the garden was illuminated by the gentle glow of a firefly.

Synonyms

lightning bug

fireflyadjective

/ˈfaɪəflaɪ/

/ˈfaɪrˌflaɪ/

Used attributively to modify another noun, describing something related to or characteristic of fireflies.

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of fireflies.

The firefly glow lit up the summer night.

Synonyms

fireflyproper noun

Definitions

A 2002 American science-fiction television series created by Joss Whedon.

Firefly has maintained a dedicated fanbase despite its short run.