phorid

/ˈfɔrɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of flies of the family Phoridae, commonly known as hump-backed flies or scuttle flies.

“The phorid fly infestation in the kitchen was overwhelming, and it was necessary to call a pest control service.”

2. adjective

Resembling or relating to a phorid fly.

“The phorid insect larvae were found in the decaying food.”

Synonyms

  • hump-backed fly
  • scuttle fly

Antonyms

  • beetle
  • dipteran