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mantis

/ˈmæn.tɪs/

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noun

/ˈmæn.tɪs/B2formal
  • ruХищное насекомое, обитающее в теплых регионах, характеризующееся длинным телом, большими глазами и передними конечностями, поднятыми в позу, напоминающую молитву.

A predatory insect found in warm regions, characterized by a long body, large eyes, and forelimbs held in a raised position resembling prayer.

  1. B1formalscientific

    A predatory insect with a long body and large triangular head, found in warm regions, that typically holds its front legs together as if in prayer while waiting for prey.

    ruХищное насекомое

    • The mantis is known for its remarkable camouflage in the grass.
    • I saw a green mantis eating a grasshopper in the garden.
    • Mantis females sometimes eat their mate after reproduction.
    • Children were fascinated by the mantis's quick attack movements.

    Synonymsmantidpraying mantidpraying mantis

Forms
  • mantes plural form
  • mantises plural form
  • mantes' possessive plural form
  • mantises' possessive plural form
  • mantis's possessive singular form