Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: A type of fly used in fly fishing, typically imitating the larva of a caddisfly.
Pronunciations: US: /ˈkeɪdɪs/, UK: /ˈkædɪs/
Origin and Usage: The word "cadis" is derived from the Latin word "caddis," meaning "wool" or "yarn." It is commonly used in fly fishing to refer to an artificial fly that imitates the larva of a caddisfly. The word "cadis" is mainly used in the United States, while "caddis" is more commonly used in the United Kingdom.
Synonyms: Caddis, caddisfly larva imitation
Related Words: Cadge, cadgy, cadis, cadre, caged
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