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yellow jacket

/ˈjɛləʊ ˈdʒækɪt/

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/ˈjɛləʊ ˈdʒækɪt/B1informalscientific
  • ruТип осы с характерными жёлтыми и чёрными отметинами, известная своим агрессивным поведением и болезненным укусом. Также неформально используется для обозначения типа жилета или куртки безопасности, носимой для высокой видимости.

A type of wasp with distinctive yellow and black markings, known for its aggressive behavior and painful sting. Also used informally to refer to a type of safety vest or jacket worn for high visibility.

  1. Type of waspB1formal

    A common name for predatory wasps of the genera Vespula and Dolichovespula, known for their yellow and black markings and aggressive behavior.

    ruОса желтая

    • A yellow jacket flew into the picnic area and stung someone.
    • Yellow jackets are more aggressive than honeybees.
    • We had to call an exterminator to remove a yellow jacket nest from the attic.
  2. Safety vestA2informal

    A high-visibility jacket, usually yellow, worn for safety in hazardous environments or low-light conditions.

    ruЖилет безопасности

    • The construction workers all wore yellow jackets on the site.
    • He put on a yellow jacket before cycling at night.
    • The emergency responders were easily spotted in their yellow jackets.