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 waspFragile mosquito-like flies that produce galls on plants
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gall gnatgall midgeHypernyms (Closely Related)
dipteran11dipteron11dipterous insecttwo-winged insectsHyponyms (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."
Word Game Points
Is GALLFLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gallfly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordGALLFLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is GALLFLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gallfly is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGALLFLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
