GRASSHOPPER

Grasshopper

The grasshopper is an insect of the suborder Caelifera in the order Orthoptera. To distinguish it from bush crickets or katydids, it is sometimes referred to as the short-horned grasshopper. Species that change colour and behaviour at high population densities are called locusts.

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grasshopper

Noun

  1. A herbivorous insect of the order Orthoptera noted for its ability to jump long distances.
  2. A cocktail made with creme de menthe and optionally with creme de cacao.
  3. a young student in initial stages of training who has been chosen on account of their obvious talent
  4. In ordinary square or upright pianos of London make, the escapement lever or jack, so made that it can be taken out and replaced with the key.


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