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Flyswatter - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A flyswatter is a handheld tool, usually made of plastic or wire mesh attached to a handle, used to kill flies and other small insects by swatting them.

flyswatter

/ˈflaɪˌswɑːtər/ /ˈflaɪˌswɒtə/

Definition:

A handheld tool used to swat and kill flying insects like flies.

Synonyms:

flyswat, bug swatter, insect bat

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

fly attractor, fly repellent

Common Collocations:

plastic flyswatter, electric flyswatter, wave a flyswatter

Derivatives:

flyswatting, flyswatted

Usage Tips:

Swing the flyswatter quickly to hit fast-moving insects effectively.

Common Phrases:

swat a fly, swing the flyswatter, miss with the flyswatter

Etymology:

Compound of 'fly' and 'swatter,' first recorded in early 20th century for insect control.

Examples:

  • 1. She grabbed the flyswatter to kill the buzzing fly.
  • 2. The plastic flyswatter broke after hitting the wall too hard.
  • 3. He missed the mosquito despite swinging the flyswatter wildly.
  • 4. An electric flyswatter zapped the bug instantly.

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