Sandfly (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various small dipterous flies; bloodsucking females can transmit sandfly fever and leishmaniasis.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Sandflies are common in tropical regions and can be found near sandy areas or water sources.
- The bloodsucking female sandfly injects saliva into the wound, which can cause an allergic reaction in some people.
- The patient was diagnosed with leishmaniasis, a disease transmitted by the female sandfly.
- Residents in the coastal town reported an outbreak of sandfly fever due to the sudden increase in sandfly population.
- Travelers to desert areas should take precautions to avoid sandfly bites, which can cause discomfort and transmit diseases.