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flypaper
[ flahy-pey-per ]
/ ˈflaɪˌpeɪ pər /
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noun
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British Dictionary definitions for flypaper
flypaper
/ (ˈflaɪˌpeɪpə) /
noun
paper with a sticky and poisonous coating, usually hung from the ceiling to trap flies
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