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By David Sweet, About.com Guide

Definition: fly - A sheet of waterproof material that is secured above your tent to act as a barrier against rain and condensation. A fly is like an umbrella for your tent. When a tent has a fly it is called a double-wall tent.

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Also Known As: rain fly, fly sheet, tent roof
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