springtail
/spring-teyl/US // ˈsprɪŋˌteɪl //UK // (ˈsprɪŋˌteɪl) //
春尾,春天的尾巴,春尾鱼,春尾巴
Definitions
n.名词 noun
- 1
- : any of numerous minute, wingless primitive insects of the order Collembola, most possessing a special abdominal appendage for jumping that allows for the nearly perpetual springing pattern characteristic of the group.
Examples
The spring serves the Collembola which possess it as an efficient leaping-organ (see Springtail).
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