syrphian

/ˈsɜrfiən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of syrphid flies

“The syrphian fly was a common sight in the garden.”

2. noun

a member of the Syrphidae, a family of flies

“The syrphian was spotted hovering near the flowers.”

Synonyms

  • flower fly
  • hoverfly

Antonyms

  • nuisance
  • pest