Pupa: meaning, definitions and examples

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pupa

 

[ หˆpjuหpษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

life cycle

A pupa is a life stage of some insects undergoing transformation between larva and adult. During this phase, the pupa may be encased in a protective cover, such as a chrysalis or cocoon, while the organism undergoes metamorphosis. The pupa appears inactive, but internally, significant changes are occurring as the larval structures are dismantled and adult structures are formed. This stage is crucial for the development of species such as butterflies, moths, and beetles.

Synonyms

chrysalis, cocoon, larva

Examples of usage

  • The caterpillar enters the pupa stage to become a butterfly.
  • During the pupa phase, the insect is developing its wings.
  • The pupa of the beetle is hidden underground.
  • In spring, you can find many pupa under leaves.

Translations

Translations of the word "pupa" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pupa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฏเฅ‚เคชเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Puppe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pupa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟัƒะฟะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pupa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่›น (ใ‚ˆใ†)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pupe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pupa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท pupa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฒˆ๋ฐ๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุฑู†ู‚ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pupen

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pupa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่›น (yว’ng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pupa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gรณlf

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ัƒั‹ั€ัˆะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒฃแƒžแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pupa

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pupa

Etymology

The word 'pupa' originates from Latin, where it means 'a doll' or 'a child'. This Latin term is derived from 'pupus', which also means 'boy' or 'little boy'. The use of the term in entomology to describe the life stage of an insect was first documented in the 18th century as scientists began to study the life cycles of various species in greater detail. Over time, the term became standardized in biological classifications and studies. The understanding of the pupa stage was significant in the field of entomology because it highlights the dramatic transformation that certain insects undergo, particularly in the genres of Lepidoptera (butterflies and moths).

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,247, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.