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Definitions from Wiktionary (Hover-fly)

noun:  (dated) Alternative form of hoverfly; any insect, of the Syrphidae family, having wasp-like markings [Any of various flies from the family Syrphidae that hover in the air and feed on the nectar of flowers.]

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