firefly

noun

fire·fly ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌflī

: any of various winged nocturnal beetles (especially family Lampyridae) that produce a bright soft intermittent light by oxidation of luciferin especially for courtship purposes

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Congaree National Park See synchronous fireflies put on a limited-time performance Kingville, South Carolina Each spring, this park’s resident fireflies create a magnificent display deep in its dense hardwood forest. —

Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2025 Late March-early April: Enter the lottery for a ticket to visit nearby Congaree National Park in South Carolina during its immensely popular synchronous fireflies viewing event in May-June. —

Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 9 Jan. 2025 In the script, there’s no mention of fireflies in that section. —

Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 25 Dec. 2024 From the delicate dance of fireflies to the epic battles of stag beetles, this season pushes the boundaries of storytelling and scientific exploration. —

Tony Bradley, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for firefly