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Caddis [Noun] Webster's Dictionary 1828

1. A kind of tape or ribin.

2. A kind of worm or grub found in a case of straw.

Caddis [Noun] Webster's Dictionary 1913

1. The larva of a caddice fly. These larvae generally live in cylindrical cases, open at each end, and covered externally with pieces of broken shells, gravel, bits of wood, etc. They are a favorite bait with anglers. Called also caddice worm, or caddis worm.

2. A kind of worsted lace or ribbon.

Caddish [Adjective] Webster's Dictionary 1913

Like a cad; lowbred and presuming.