Dictionary entryCEFR A2noun

butterfly

IPA pronunciation: /ˈbʌtəflaɪ/

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Russian meaning

бабочка

English definition

An insect with large colorful wings that flies during the day.

Example

A beautiful butterfly landed on the flower.

Collocations

butterfly effect
butterfly net
social butterfly

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