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grasshopper

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Noun — A jumping insect with long back legs, known for making chirping sounds by rubbing its legs or wings together.

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a grasshopper cocktail jumping grasshoppers

Etymology

From grass + hopper — literally "one that hops in the grass".

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What does “grasshopper” mean?

The word “grasshopper” means a jumping insect with long back legs, known for making chirping sounds by rubbing its legs or wings together. In plain terms, a jumping, chirping insect found in grassy fields; also the name of a minty green cocktail.

How do you pronounce “grasshopper”?

“Grasshopper” is pronounced GRAHS-ho-puh (/ˈɡɹæsˌhɑpəɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “grasshopper” in a sentence?

Here is “grasshopper” used in a sentence: “A grasshopper leapt out of the tall grass as we walked by.”

What part of speech is “grasshopper”?

“Grasshopper” is a noun.

How many meanings does “grasshopper” have?

“Grasshopper” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a jumping insect with long back legs, known for making chirping sounds by rubbing its legs or wings together.

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