How to Pronounce Fruitfly

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

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FRUITFLY

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What does fruitfly mean?

noun

  1. Any insect of the Tephritidae family, whose larvae damage plant tissue.
  2. Any insect of the Drosophilidae family, whose larvae feed on ripening fruit, especially the species Drosophila melanogaster that is used in genetic research.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fruitfly"?▾

"Fruitfly" has one syllable.

What does "fruitfly" mean?▾

Fruitfly: Any insect of the Tephritidae family, whose larvae damage plant tissue.

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