Meaning of the word "mud dauber" in English

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mud dauber

US /ˈmʌd ˌdɑː.bər/

UK /ˈmʌd ˌdɑː.bər/

Noun

any of various solitary wasps that construct nests of mud, typically in sheltered locations, and provision them with paralyzed spiders or insects for their larvae to feed on

Example:

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A mud dauber built its nest under the eaves of the house.

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We watched the mud dauber meticulously gather mud for its construction.

Synonym:

dirt dauber organ pipe mud dauber

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mud mud turtle