jumping bean

A seed of certain Mexican shrubs that contains a moth larva, causing it to move or 'jump' as the larva moves inside. The term is also used figuratively to describe a very energetic or restless person.

• 🌐بذرة بعض الشجيرات المكسيكية تحتوي على يرقة عثة تجعلها تتحرك أو «تقفز» عند حركتها داخلها. ويُستخدم المصطلح أيضًا مجازًا لوصف شخص شديد النشاط أو كثير الحركة.

1. Seed pod that moves B1 formal

   A seed pod of certain Mexican shrubs that contains a moth larva, causing it to move or 'jump' when warmed.

   • The children were fascinated by the jumping bean on the table.
   • When placed in sunlight, the jumping bean began to move.
   • Jumping beans are often sold as novelty toys.

   🌐حبة الفاصولياء القافزة