Meaning of the word housefly in English

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

housefly

US /ˈhaʊs.flaɪ/
UK /ˈhaʊs.flaɪ/
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Noun

a common fly, Musca domestica, found in and around human habitations, that can transmit diseases.

Example:
A housefly buzzed annoyingly around the kitchen.
The exterminator was called to deal with the housefly infestation.