Meaning of the word damselfly in English

What does damselfly mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

damselfly

US /ˈdæm.zəl.flaɪ/
UK /ˈdæm.zəl.flaɪ/
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Noun

a slender-bodied insect similar to a dragonfly but holding its wings parallel to the body when at rest.

Example:
A delicate damselfly landed on the lily pad.
The pond was teeming with dragonflies and damselflies.