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thysanoptera

/ˌθaɪ.səˈnɒp.tə.rə/

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noun

/ˌθaɪ.səˈnɒp.tə.rə/C2formalscientific
  • ruНаучное название отряда мелких, стройных насекомых, известных как трипсы, многие из которых являются вредителями, питающимися растениями, высасывая сок.

A scientific noun referring to an order of small, slender insects known as thrips, many of which are pests that feed on plants by sucking sap.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. ThripsC2formalscientific

    A small, slender insect of the order Thysanoptera, many species of which are pests of plants.

    ruТрипсы

    • Thysanoptera are commonly known as thrips and can damage crops.
    • The scientist studied the life cycle of Thysanoptera in the lab.
    • Thrips, or Thysanoptera, are often found on flowers and leaves.
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  • thysanoptera' possessive plural form
  • thysanoptera's possessive singular form