butterfly net

American  

noun

1. a conical net of fine mesh held open by a round rim to which a long handle is attached, used for collecting butterflies and other insects.

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Etymology

Origin of butterfly net

First recorded in 1820–30

Example Sentences

As Hofsø looks on, the stooge throws a butterfly net over the unsuspecting Støre.

From BBC • Oct. 19, 2024

First there is the practical issue: Can you catch a drone with a butterfly net?

From Washington Post • Oct. 8, 2021

It still might have been reachable, for the fullback with those butterfly net hands.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 2017

The Prettiots, however, hope to nab that elusive real-world buzz with a butterfly net.

From New York Times • Mar. 16, 2015

I picked up his butterfly net and slung it over my shoulder.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly