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Caterpillars Meaning in English

word · lemma: caterpillar

ˈkætəˌpɪɫɝz
KAT-uh-PIL-erz
kˈætəpˌɪləz
KAT-uh-PIL-uhz

释义

Caterpillars are the worm-like young form of butterflies and moths, known for eating leaves and eventually turning into adults through metamorphosis.

用法与细微差别

'Caterpillars' is plural and refers to more than one. Commonly used in biology, education, and gardening. Often appears with phrases like 'caterpillars eat leaves' or 'turn into butterflies.' Watch spelling; do not confuse with 'centipede' (an insect).

例句

Caterpillars eat many leaves to grow bigger.

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Some caterpillars are green, but others have bright colors.

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We found four caterpillars in the garden.

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After a few weeks, the caterpillars turned into beautiful butterflies.

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The kids were excited to watch the caterpillars crawl on the leaves.

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Some farmers worry when too many caterpillars appear in their fields.

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