caddis
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The larva of a caddice fly. These larvæ 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. Caddice fly (Zoöl.), a species of trichopterous insect, whose larva is the caddice.
A kind of worsted lace or ribbon. "Caddises, cambrics, lawns." Shak.
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
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