wet fly

American  

noun

Angling.

1. an artificial fly designed for use underwater.

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wet fly British  

noun

1. angling Compare dry fly

   1. an artificial fly designed to float or ride below the water surface

   2. ( as modifier )

      wet-fly fishing

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Etymology

Origin of wet fly

First recorded in 1870–75

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How does wet-fly compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• dry fly vs. wet fly

Example Sentences

“I want her to do a lot of the old-fashioned winged wet flies,” David said.

From Washington Times

The soft hackle makes it a wet fly; you fish it beneath the surface.

From The New Yorker

A standard, five-weight rod is all you need, along with basic dry and wet flies.

From Seattle Times

“Whether you’re fishing a skating fly or a wet fly, you want to keep it moving, as the salmon like it fast,” Mamaev, the head guide, said.

From New York Times

These imitations have met, both in my hands and in the hands of others, with greater success than any other form of wet fly.

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