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How to pronounce “insect

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Pronunciation guide for insect

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of insect with real speech in context.
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Real speech example
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Definition summary
An arthropod (in the Insecta class) characterized by six legs, up to four wings, and a chitinous exoskeleton.

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How to pronounce insect

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other non-humans. And his most recent book is Insectopedia,

Example Sentences

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Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • An arthropod (in the Insecta class) characterized by six legs, up to four wings, and a chitinous exoskeleton.
  • (archaic or loosely) Any small arthropod similar to an insect, including spiders, centipedes, millipedes, etc.
  • (derogatory) A contemptible or powerless person.

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