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magicicada

/ˌmædʒɪˈsaɪkədə/

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noun

C2formalcommonscientific/ˌmædʒɪˈsaɪkədə/

proper noun

A genus of cicadas known for their exceptionally long life cycle, emerging in large numbers every 17 years, also referred to as the seventeen-year locust.

  • 🇷🇺Род цикад, известный своим исключительно длинным жизненным циклом, появляющийся в огромных количествах каждые 17 лет, также называемый семнадцатилетней саранчой.
  1. Periodical cicada C2 formal scientific

    A genus of insects known for their long life cycles, emerging in large numbers every 13 or 17 years.

    • The Magicicada emergence is a spectacular natural event.
    • Scientists study Magicicada to understand their unique life cycle.
    • The loud chorus of Magicicada can be heard for miles.

    🇷🇺Периодическая цикада

    Synonyms: periodical cicada

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