diopsis

/daɪˈɒpɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of flies in the family Diopsidae.

“The scientist studied the unique characteristics of the Diopsis fly.”

2. noun

A type of fly whose larvae are often considered pests.

“The farmer tried to get rid of the diopsis larvae that were damaging his crops.”

Synonyms

  • diopsid
  • true fly

Antonyms

  • bee
  • butterfly