horse stinger
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of horse stinger
First recorded in 1765–75
Example Sentences
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That “horse stinger” nickname probably began because dragonflies go where their food supply is, and flies, gnats and other tasty dragonfly snacks seem to love hanging around horses.
From Washington Post
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