Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined word.
There are so many flies on the food.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Insects with wings.
Given word: Flies
Meaning: Small insects that have wings and are often found around food and waste.
Example: There are so many flies buzzing around the picnic table.
Synonym: Insects, winged insects
Meaning of the other options:
To hover up in the sky — This is the verb form 'to fly,' not the noun 'flies.'
Various types of bacteria — Incorrect; flies are insects, not bacteria.
To move from one place to another — This is a verb meaning 'to fly,' not the noun 'flies.'
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.