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GALLFLY

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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Gallfly.

Gallfly - as a noun

Small solitary wasp that produces galls on oaks and other plants

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cynipid gall waspcynipid waspgall wasp

Fragile mosquito-like flies that produce galls on plants

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gall gnatgall midge
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
dipterandipterondipterous insecttwo-winged insects
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Any of various insects that deposit their eggs in plants causing galls in which the larvae feed

Example Sentences

"The gallfly lays its eggs in the stems of plants."
"The gallfly larvae feed on the leaves of trees."
"The gallfly pupae will emerge as adult flies in the spring."
"The gallfly is a common pest in apple orchards."
"The gallfly's life cycle lasts for several weeks."
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Word Game Points

Is GALLFLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gallfly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GALLFLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is GALLFLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gallfly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GALLFLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is GALLFLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gallfly is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GALLFLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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