fannia

/ˈfænjə, ˈfænɪə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fly in the family Ulidiidae.

“The entomologist identified the insect as a fannia species.”

2. proper noun

A female given name, possibly derived from the Latin word ‘fania’, meaning ‘to speak’.

“Fannia was a popular name in ancient Rome.”

Synonyms

  • fly
  • insect