freeloader fly

noun

A fly in the family Milichiidae, known for feeding off the prey caught by spiders or other predators.

Meanings

nounfreeloader fly (plural freeloader flies)

plural freeloader flies

  1. A fly in the family Milichiidae, known for feeding off the prey caught by spiders or other predators.
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