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Orthopter

Description:

An orthopter refers to any of various insects of the order Orthoptera, which includes grasshoppers, crickets, and katydids. These insects are characterized by their straight wings and ability to produce sound by stridulation.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses and Usages:

1. Sense 1:

   A member of the insect order Orthoptera, having straight wings and strong hind legs adapted for leaping. They are herbivorous and typically produce distinctive sounds by rubbing their wings or legs together.

   Example Sentences:

   • The orthopter chirped melodiously in the grassy field.
   • During summer evenings, the rhythmic chirping of the orthopter can be heard throughout the countryside.

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