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lycaenid

/ˈlaɪ.siː.nɪd/

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noun

/ˈlaɪ.siː.nɪd/C2formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее любую из различных бабочек, принадлежащих к семейству Lycaenidae, которое включает голубянок, червонцев и хвостаток.

A noun referring to any of various butterflies belonging to the family Lycaenidae, which includes blues, coppers, and hairstreaks.

  1. Butterfly speciesC2formalscientific

    Any of various small, often brightly colored butterflies belonging to the family Lycaenidae.

    ruГолубянка

    • The lycaenid is known for its iridescent blue wings.
    • Many lycaenids have a symbiotic relationship with ants.
    • The lycaenid caterpillar secretes a sugary substance that ants feed on.
Forms
  • lycaenids plural form
  • lycaenids' possessive plural form
  • lycaenid's possessive singular form