rainfly

Translations

rainflynoun
rainflies
pl
тенттуризм; внешний тент палатки
We secured the rainfly tightly over the tent.
Мы крепко натянули тент поверх палатки.
крылаткаэнтомология; крылатая форма термитов или муравьёв
Swarms of rainflies filled the air after the evening storm.
После вечернего дождя воздух заполонили крылатки.
Additional translations
флайтурист. жаргон
алатанауч. термин
rainflyadjective
Used attributively before another noun (e.g. "rainfly fabric")
тентовыйотносящийся к тенту; защитный от дождя
She bought a roll of rainfly material for her DIY shelter.
Она купила рулон тентового материала для своего самодельного укрытия.
Additional translations
флайовыйразг., турист. жаргон

Definitions

rainflynoun
A waterproof or water-resistant cover placed over a tent to protect it from rain; flysheet.
The wind picked up, so we secured the rainfly tightly over the tent.
(Regional, entomology) A winged ant, termite, or similar insect that emerges in large numbers after rainfall.
Swarms of rainflies filled the air after the evening storm.
rainflyadjective
Relating to or intended for use as a tent rainfly; serving as a protective outer cover against rain.
She bought a roll of rainfly material for her DIY shelter.