Flyswatter: meaning, definitions and examples
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flyswatter
[ ˈflaɪˌswɔtər ]
household item
A flyswatter is a tool used to kill flying insects, especially flies. It typically consists of a flat, often perforated surface attached to a handle. The design allows for a large area to come into contact with the insect while minimizing the chance of missing. Flyswatters are commonly made from materials such as plastic or metal. They are an effective and quick way to eliminate annoying pests.
Synonyms
bug swatter, fly killer, insect killer.
Examples of usage
- I grabbed the flyswatter to catch the pesky fly.
- She used a colorful flyswatter to chase the insects away.
- The flyswatter lay on the kitchen counter, ready for use.
Translations
Translations of the word "flyswatter" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mata-moscas
🇮🇳 मच्छरदानी
🇩🇪 Fliegenklatsche
🇮🇩 pembasmi lalat
🇺🇦 мухобійка
🇵🇱 łapacz much
🇯🇵 ハエたたき
🇫🇷 tapette à mouches
🇪🇸 matamoscas
🇹🇷 sinek öldürücü
🇰🇷 파리채
🇸🇦 مضرب الذباب
🇨🇿 plácačka na mouchy
🇸🇰 plácačka na muchy
🇨🇳 苍蝇拍
🇸🇮 muhač
🇮🇸 fluguhögg
🇰🇿 шіркей жоюшы
🇬🇪 მუხის მახვილი
🇦🇿 muhabir
🇲🇽 matamoscas
Etymology
The word 'flyswatter' combines 'fly', referring to the common housefly, with 'swatter', which is derived from the verb 'to swat', meaning to hit or strike with a quick motion. The term emerged in the mid-20th century as households sought efficient methods for insect control. Prior to the flyswatter, various makeshift tools were used to swat flies, including newspapers and hands. The design of the flyswatter has evolved over time, with the introduction of plastic versions in the 1960s, making them lighter and easier to use. The household item quickly became a standard in kitchens and dining areas, reflecting society's ongoing struggle with pests in domestic spaces.