Synonyms for

Clegg

Verb / kleg / Another word for clegg — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a British colloquial term for a horsefly

Synonyms & similar words

cleg horsefly horsefly gadfly stinger bloodsucker insect pest bug vampire midge no-see-um gnat dragonfly damselfly mayfly stonefly blackfly sandfly

Synonyms by register

Informal

horsefly gadfly

Common collocations

  • clegg bite
  • swarms of cleggs
  • annoying cleggs
  • cleggs in the field
  • cleggs on the skin
  • horse and cleggs

Word family

noun clegg

Usage note

Clegg is a regional (primarily British) term for a horsefly. It is most commonly encountered in rural contexts. The term is not widely used in North American English.

Example sentences

  1. I got bitten by a clegg on my arm.
  2. Cleggs are annoying insects that can ruin a picnic.
  3. When I went camping, I had to wear long sleeves and pants to avoid being bitten by cleggs.
  4. The sound of a clegg buzzing around your head is very irritating.
  5. Cleggs are often found near bodies of water.

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