Leaf Insect (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical insect having a flattened leaflike body; common in southern Asia and the East Indies.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The leaf insect's unique appearance allowed it to blend seamlessly into its tropical surroundings.
- Leaf insects have evolved to mimic the appearance of leaves, complete with veins and edges.
- In the dense rainforests of southern Asia, the leaf insect is a common sight among the foliage.
- Scientists have long been fascinated by the leaf insect's remarkable ability to camouflage itself.
- A leaf insect perched delicately on a broad leaf, its body swaying gently in the breeze.