B2 noun Neutre

blowfly

/ˈbloʊflaɪ/

A blowfly is a large, often metallic-colored fly belonging to the family Calliphoridae. These insects are known for laying their eggs in meat, wounds, or decaying matter, and they play a crucial role in forensic science for determining time of death.

Exemples

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1

The bright green blowfly landed on the discarded apple core in the garden.

The shiny green insect landed on the leftover middle part of the apple in the yard.

2

The presence of Calliphora vicina, a common blowfly, was documented in the forensic report.

The existence of a specific type of blowfly was recorded in the scientific legal document.

3

Close the window or that huge blowfly is going to keep buzzing around the room!

Shut the window otherwise that loud, large fly will continue making noise in the house.

Famille de mots

Nom
blowfly
Adjectif
blowfly-infested
Apparenté
fly
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Astuce mémo

Think of a fly that 'blows' (deposits) eggs onto meat. Its 'blowy' buzz is also much louder than a standard housefly.

Quiz rapide

The forensic entomologist collected several ______ from the scene to help estimate the time of death.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : blowfly larvae

Exemples

1

The bright green blowfly landed on the discarded apple core in the garden.

everyday

The shiny green insect landed on the leftover middle part of the apple in the yard.

2

The presence of Calliphora vicina, a common blowfly, was documented in the forensic report.

formal

The existence of a specific type of blowfly was recorded in the scientific legal document.

3

Close the window or that huge blowfly is going to keep buzzing around the room!

informal

Shut the window otherwise that loud, large fly will continue making noise in the house.

4

Ecological studies show that the blowfly is a primary scavenger in various terrestrial ecosystems.

academic

Scientific research indicates that this insect is a main animal that eats dead matter in land environments.

5

The agricultural board released a statement regarding blowfly control to protect livestock health.

business

The farming department published information about managing these flies to keep farm animals healthy.

Famille de mots

Nom
blowfly
Adjectif
blowfly-infested
Apparenté
fly

Collocations courantes

blowfly larvae the immature, worm-like stage of the blowfly
blowfly infestation a large and troublesome number of blowflies in one place
metallic blowfly a blowfly with a shiny, metal-like exterior
blowfly strike a condition where blowflies lay eggs on live sheep
common blowfly the most frequently seen type of this insect

Phrases Courantes

blown meat

meat that has been contaminated by blowfly eggs

buzzing like a blowfly

making a loud, persistent low humming sound

forensic blowfly analysis

using blowflies to solve crimes

Souvent confondu avec

blowfly vs housefly

A housefly is usually smaller and dull gray/black, whereas a blowfly is larger and often metallic green or blue.

blowfly vs dragonfly

A dragonfly has a long body and four large wings and is generally considered beautiful, unlike the scavenger blowfly.

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Notes d'usage

The term is most frequently used in biology, agriculture, and forensic science. In everyday speech, people might simply call them 'bluebottles' or 'greenbottles' depending on their color.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use 'fly' for all insects of this type, but 'blowfly' is necessary when discussing decomposition or specific agricultural pests.

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Astuce mémo

Think of a fly that 'blows' (deposits) eggs onto meat. Its 'blowy' buzz is also much louder than a standard housefly.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the old English sense of 'fly-blown,' where 'blow' meant to deposit eggs in meat.

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun Plural: blowflies Often used as a compound noun (e.g., blowfly species)
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Contexte culturel

In many cultures, the blowfly is a symbol of decay or death and is often used in literature to create a macabre atmosphere.

Quiz rapide

The forensic entomologist collected several ______ from the scene to help estimate the time of death.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : blowfly larvae

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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