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  1. 1. n. The larva of a caddice fly. These larvae generally live in cylindrical cases, open at each end, and covered externally with pieces of broken shells, gravel, bits of wood, etc. They are a favorite bait with anglers. Called also caddice worm, or caddis worm. Source: opted
  2. 2. n. A kind of worsted lace or ribbon. Source: opted
  3. 3. The larva of a caddice fly. These larvæ generally live in cylindrical cases, open at each end, and covered externally with pieces of broken shells, gravel, bits of wood, etc. They are a favorite bait with anglers. Called also caddice worm, or caddis worm. Caddice fly (Zoöl.), a species of trichopterous insect, whose larva is the caddice. A kind of worsted lace or ribbon. "Caddises, cambrics, lawns." Shak. Source: webster
  4. 4. A kind of worsted lace or ribbon. "Caddises, cambrics, lawns."Shak. Source: adambom
  5. 5. n:100 n. The larva of a caddice fly. These larvae generally live in cylindrical cases, open at each end, and covered externally with pieces of broken shells, gravel, bits of wood, etc. They are a favorite bait with anglers. Called also caddice worm, or caddis worm. n. A kind of worsted lace or ribbon. Source: ecdict

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