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Definition of cranefly

cranefly

/ˈkreɪn.flaɪ/
crane · fly
Plural:craneflies
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cranefly Lexical Profile

cranefly Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of various slender, harmless two-winged insects of the family Tipulidae, found in damp habitats worldwide and characterized by exceptionally long, fragile legs that resemble a large mosquito.

Example

"A harmless cranefly fluttered clumsily against the porch light on the warm summer evening."

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• Nearby Words

cranberry
crandall
crane
cranefly
cranesbill
cranial
cranium

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cranefly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cranefly
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