Caddis
/ˈkædɪs/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Aquatic Life
Understand 'caddis' refers to an insect living in water, helpful when discussing freshwater biology. 
Caddis larvae are indicators of water quality in our river studies.
Pro Tip 2/3Natural Materials
'Caddis' build cases using natural debris, an interesting point for conversations on insect behavior. 
That caddis has incorporated sand grains into its case.
Pro Tip 3/3Fly Fishing Context
Fly fishers use 'caddis' to refer to artificial lures that resemble the insect. 
He tied a caddis onto his line hoping to catch trout.
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