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mayfly
UK
/ˈmeɪflaɪ/
US
/ˈmeɪflaɪ/
Translations
mayflies
pl
UK
/ˈmeɪflaɪ/
US
/ˈmeɪflaɪ/
The mayfly is known for its short lifespan.
Подёнка известна своей короткой продолжительностью жизни.
more mayfly
Comp.
most mayfly
Super.
UK
/ˈmeɪflaɪ/
US
/ˈmeɪflaɪ/
Used attributively before nouns (e.g., "mayfly larvae") to denote relation to the insect.
Definitions
The mayfly emerged from the water, its delicate wings shimmering in the sunlight.
The popularity of the new fashion trend was like a mayfly, disappearing almost as quickly as it arrived.
The angler studied the mayfly patterns before tying his flies.