Flyblows

/ˈflaɪbloʊz/ noun

Definition

Plural of flyblow; instances of fly eggs or maggots in meat, or the fly eggs themselves.

Etymology

Plural form of 'flyblow', referring to the actual eggs or resulting infestations caused by flies on organic matter.

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Medieval food storage was a constant battle against flyblows—every butcher and housewife became an expert at the endless war to keep meat clean and protected.

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