How to Pronounce Blackfly

To pronounce "blackfly", say BLACKFLY — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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BLACKFLY

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What does blackfly mean?

noun

  1. A black or dark green aphid (Aphis fabae) that is a common pest of agricultural crops.
  2. Any of various small black bloodsucking flies of the family Simuliidae.

Related words

greenfly

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How many syllables are in "blackfly"?▾

"Blackfly" has one syllable.

What does "blackfly" mean?▾

Blackfly: A black or dark green aphid (Aphis fabae) that is a common pest of agricultural crops.

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