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Definition of 'flea'Etymology 1
From (etyl) fle, from (etyl) (compare Latin (m)).
Noun
( en-noun)
A small, wingless, parasitic insect of the order Siphonaptera , renowned for its bloodsucking habits and jumping abilities.
A thing of no significance.
Derived terms
* flea market
* sand flea
* sand fly
* sandfly
Etymology 2
Alternative forms.
Verb
( head)
* 1749 , Henry Fielding, Tom Jones , Folio Society 1973, p. 74:
- In this Thwackum had the advantage; for while Square could only scarify the poor lad's reputation, he could flea his skin [...].
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