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pierid

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun pierid has 1 sense
  1. pierid, pierid butterfly - any of numerous pale-colored butterflies having three pairs of well-developed legs
    --1 is a kind of butterfly
    --1 is a member of Pieridae, family Pieridae
    --1 has particulars: cabbage butterfly

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Pierid - Definition, Usage, and Related Products

Definition

A Pierid is a type of butterfly belonging to the family Pieridae. These butterflies are known for their vibrant colors and distinctive markings.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1:

As a noun (countable), pierid refers to a butterfly of the family Pieridae.

Example sentence:

The garden was filled with beautiful pierids fluttering among the flowers.

Sense 2:

As an adjective, pierid describes anything related to or resembling a butterfly of the family Pieridae.

Example sentence:

The pierid wings showcased a stunning pattern of orange and black.

Sense 3:

As a noun (countable), pierid can also refer to a person who studies or collects butterflies, especially those of the family Pieridae.

Example sentence:

John is a dedicated pierid, spending his weekends exploring meadows in search of new butterfly species.

Sense 4:

As a noun (uncountable), pierid refers to the family Pieridae itself.

Example sentence:

Members of the pierid family are widely distributed across the globe.

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