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Definition of sandfly

sandfly

/ˈsændˌflaɪ/
sand · fly
Plural:sandflies
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sandfly Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Any of various small, bloodsucking two-winged flies (especially of the subfamily Phlebotominae or family Simuliidae) that inhabit sandy or coastal regions and often transmit diseases such as leishmaniasis.

Example

"Travelers visiting the tropical coast were advised to use fine-mesh netting at night to protect themselves from sandfly bites."

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• Nearby Words

sander
sandersonia
sandfish
sandfly
sandgrouse
sandheap
sandhill

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