mantis
B1 · Intermediate★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
a green or brown insect that holds its front legs together like it is praying.
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation📚Academic Writing
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“I saw a praying mantis in the garden this morning.”
“Did you know a mantis can turn its head all the way around?”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
Any of various large insects of the order Mantodea that catch insects or other small animals with their powerful forelegs.
Related Words
Synonyms:
praying mantis
Word Family:
mantisespraying mantis