Definitions for caddisˈkæd ɪs
Random House Webster's College Dictionary
cad•disˈkæd ɪs(n.)
or cad•dice 1
a kind of woolen braid, ribbon, or tape.
Category: Textiles, Clothing
Origin of caddis:
1570–80; prob. < MF cadis
cad′dised(adj.)
cad•disˈkæd ɪs(n.)
Category: Entomology
Ref: caddisworm .
Origin of caddis:
by shortening
Wiktionary
caddis(Noun)
The larva of a caddice fly that generally live in cylindrical cases, open at each end, and covered externally with debris.
caddis(Noun)
A rough woolen cloth; caddice
Webster Dictionary
Caddis(noun)
the larva of a caddice fly. These larvae generally live in cylindrical cases, open at each end, and covered externally with pieces of broken shells, gravel, bits of wood, etc. They are a favorite bait with anglers. Called also caddice worm, or caddis worm
Caddis(noun)
a kind of worsted lace or ribbon
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