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pupate

/ˈpjuː.peɪt/

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verb

/ˈpjuː.peɪt/C2formal
  • ruГлагол, используемый для описания процесса, в ходе которого личинка насекомого превращается в куколку, обычно внутри кокона или хризалиды.

A verb used to describe the process by which an insect larva transforms into a pupa, typically within a cocoon or chrysalis.

  1. Develop into a pupaC1formalscientific

    To undergo metamorphosis and become a pupa, the stage between larva and adult in insects.

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    • The caterpillar will pupate inside its cocoon.
    • Many butterfly species pupate on the underside of leaves.
    • The larvae pupate after several weeks of feeding.
Forms
  • pupated past participle
  • pupated past simple
  • pupating present participle
  • pupates third person singular