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Pupa

Any insect in that stage of its metamorphosis which usually immediately precedes the adult, or imago, stage.

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Chrysalis 76% connected

The pupa state of certain insects, esp. of butterflies, from which the perfect insect emerges. See Pupa, and Aurelia (a).

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Insect 76% connected

One of the Insecta; esp., one of the Hexapoda. See Insecta.

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Pupal 74% connected

Of or pertaining to a pupa, or the condition of a pupa.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Pupal 74% connected

Of or pertaining to a pupa, or the condition of a pupa.

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Pupate 74% connected

To become a pupa.

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Pupate 74% connected

To become a pupa.

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