mantis

/'mænti:z/

Thân thiện

A praying mantis perches on a green leaf.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A mantis is a predatory insect characterized by a long body, large eyes, and specialized front limbs. It is commonly found in warm climates and is known for its distinctive posture, often resting with its forelimbs held together as if in prayer.

Examples

• Noun:
  • We observed a green mantis waiting motionless on a leaf.
  • The mantis is an efficient hunter, capturing other insects with its swift forelimbs.

Advanced Usage

• "Praying mantis": This is the most common full name for the insect, directly referencing its characteristic prayer-like stance.
  • The praying mantis is a fascinating subject for insect photographers.

Variants and Related Words

• Mantid (n): An alternative term for mantis.
  • Mantids belong to the order Mantodea.

Synonyms

• Praying mantis: The most frequent synonym, specifying the common type.

Học thuật

Noun

1. predacious long-bodied large-eyed insect of warm regions; rests with forelimbs raised as in prayer

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• mantid