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Topic: Animals

lepidoptera

IPA: /ˌlɛpɪˈdɒptərə/

KK: /lɛpɪˈdɒptərə/

noun

Definition: A group of insects that includes butterflies and moths, characterized by their large, often colorful wings and a life cycle that includes a caterpillar stage.

Example: The garden was filled with various species of lepidoptera, fluttering from flower to flower.

lepidopteran

IPA: /ˌlɛpɪˈdɒptərən/

KK: /lɛpɪˈdɒptərən/

noun

Definition: A type of insect that belongs to the order Lepidoptera, which includes butterflies and moths. These insects have four wings that are covered with tiny scales.

Example: The lepidopteran fluttered gracefully from flower to flower, showcasing its colorful wings.

lepidopterist

IPA: /ˌlɛpɪˈdɒptərɪst/

KK: /lɛpɪˈdɒptərɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies or collects butterflies and moths.

Example: The lepidopterist spent hours observing the colorful butterflies in the garden.

lepidopterous

IPA: /ˌlɛpɪˈdɒptərəs/

KK: /lɛpɪˈdɒptərəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to butterflies and moths, which are insects belonging to the order Lepidoptera.

Example: The lepidopterous species in the garden attract many visitors with their colorful wings.

leporid

IPA: /ˈlɛpərɪd/

KK: /ˈlepərɪd/

noun

Definition: A type of mammal that belongs to the family Leporidae, which includes rabbits and hares.

Example: The leporid family is known for its long ears and strong hind legs.

leporine

IPA: /ˈlɛpəraɪn/

KK: /ˈlepəˌraɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling rabbits or hares.

Example: The leporine features of the animal made it look very much like a rabbit.

leptocephalus

IPA: /ˌlɛp.təˈsɛf.əl.əs/

KK: /ˈlɛp.təˌsɛf.əl.əs/

noun

Definition: A small, flat, transparent larva of eels and some other fish, known for its long, narrow head.

Example: The leptocephalus drifts in the ocean currents before it matures into an adult eel.

leu

IPA: /leɪu/

KK: /lu/

noun

Definition: A unit of currency used in Romania and Moldova.

Example: I exchanged my dollars for leu when I traveled to Romania.

leucism

IPA: /ˈljuːkɪzəm/

KK: /ˈluːkɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A condition in animals where there is a reduction in pigmentation, leading to a lighter color than usual, but not completely white like in albinism.

Example: The leucism in the bird made its feathers appear mostly white with some darker spots.

leveret

IPA: /ˈlɛvərɪt/

KK: /ˈlɛvərɪt/

noun

Definition: A young hare that is less than a year old.

Example: The leveret was hiding in the tall grass, trying to stay safe from predators.

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