Meaning of the word "cabbage butterfly" in English
What does "cabbage butterfly" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cabbage butterfly
US /ˈkæb.ɪdʒ ˌbʌt.ər.flaɪ/
UK /ˈkæb.ɪdʒ ˌbʌt.ər.flaɪ/
Noun
1.
a white butterfly with black spots on its wings, the larvae of which feed on cabbage and other brassicas.
Example:
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The gardener was frustrated by the damage caused by the cabbage butterfly larvae.
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A common sight in gardens, the cabbage butterfly flits among the brassica plants.
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