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Drosophila

Definition: Drosophila is a genus of small flies commonly known as fruit flies, which are widely used in biological research due to their short life cycle and easy maintenance.

General Usages:

1. Noun: A small, two-winged fly of the genus Drosophila, often found near ripe or decaying fruits.

Example Sentence: The drosophila buzzing around the rotting apple caught the researcher's attention.

2. Noun: The common fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster, widely used in genetic and biomedical research.

Example Sentence: Scientists have made significant discoveries in genetics by studying the characteristics of drosophila.

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