Meaning of the word dobson in English

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

dobson

US /ˈdɑb.sən/
UK /ˈdɒb.sən/

Noun

a type of large, predatory aquatic insect larva, known for its strong jaws and often used as fishing bait

Example:
The angler used a live dobson as bait to catch a large bass.
The stream was full of various aquatic insects, including several large dobsons.