Meaning of the word flutterby in English

What does flutterby mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

flutterby

US /ˈflʌtərbai/
UK /ˈflʌtəbaɪ/

Noun

a child's playful or poetic term for a butterfly

Example:
Look, Mommy, a beautiful flutterby!
The little girl chased the colorful flutterby through the garden.