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mantis

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/ˈmæntɪs/ · man-tis

A type of predatory insect known for its unique posture and ability to rotate its head.

Meanings

nounformal

A type of predatory insect known for its unique posture and ability to rotate its head.

ایک قسم کا شکاری کیڑا جو اپنے منفرد طرز عمل اور گردن کو گھمانے کی صلاحیت کے لیے جانا جاتا ہے۔

مانٹس

māntis

Formal: شکاری حشرات

Synonyms

praying mantismantidinsectنما کرنے والا کیڑاشکاری کیڑاحشرات

Common Collocations

  • praying mantis
  • mantis behavior
  • mantis species

Example Sentences

The praying mantis is known for its unique way of hunting.

نما کرنے والا کیڑا اپنے شکار کرنے کے انوکھے طریقے کے لئے جانا جاتا ہے۔

namā karne wāla kēṛā apne shikār karne ke anokhe tareeqe ke liye jānā jātā hai.

A mantis can rotate its head to scan its surroundings.

مانٹس اپنی گردن کو اپنے ماحول کا جائزہ لینے کے لئے گھما سکتا ہے۔

māntis apni gardan ko apne māhōl kā jāiza lene ke liye ghumā sakta hai.

The mantis is often considered a symbol of patience in nature.

مانٹس کو اکثر قدرت میں صبر کی علامت سمجھا جاتا ہے۔

māntis ko aksar qudrat mein ṣabr ki ʿālamat samjha jātā hai.

Easily Confused With

mantle:Mantle refers to a layer or covering, while mantis refers to a specific type of insect.

Word Family

mantid
nounمانٹیڈ

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a praying mantis that is patient and waits for its prey.

Imagine a green insect with long arms in a prayer position.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Greek "mantis" — prophet, diviner

First known use: 16th century

The word 'mantis' comes from the Greek word 'mantis', which means prophet or diviner. It has been used since the 16th century in English to refer to this family of insects known for their predatory behavior.