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• noun (Context 1)
A small, delicate two-winged fly (order Diptera), frequently found in dense swarms near water or marshy areas, with many species notorious for delivering irritating bites.
Usage Example
"We had to retreat into the tent as the swarm of midges near the Scottish loch became entirely unbearable."
Strong
gnat
Weak
fly
mosquito
• noun (Context 2)
An artificial fly used in fly fishing that is specifically designed and tied to imitate a small flying insect.
Usage Example
"The angler carefully cast a tiny lure onto the surface of the stream in hopes of catching a rising trout."
Strong
lure
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