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Definition of Boat bug

1. Noun. Carnivorous aquatic bug having paddle-like hind legs.

Definition of Boat bug

1. Noun. An aquatic hemipterous insect of the genus ''Notonecta''; the water boatman. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Boat bug

1. An aquatic hemipterous insect of the genus Notonecta; so called from swimming on its back, which gives it the appearance of a little boat. Synonym: boat fly, boat insect, boatman, and water boatman. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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