Gadfly
/ˈɡædflaɪ/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Definition of Gadfly
noun
- Any dipterous insect of the family Oestridae, commonly known as botflies.
- A horsefly: any of various species of fly, of the family Tabanidae, noted for buzzing about animals and sucking their blood.
- One who upsets the status quo by posing upsetting or novel questions, or attempts to stimulate innovation by proving an irritant.
- One who merely irritates without making useful suggestions.
- A bloodsucker; a person who takes without giving back.
"He's a regular gadfly and takes advantage of his friend's generosity."
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bloodsuckerbotflyhorseflystoat-flystout