Meaning of the word swallowtail in English

What does swallowtail mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

swallowtail

US /ˈswɑː.loʊˌteɪl/
UK /ˈswɒl.əʊˌteɪl/
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Noun

a large, often brightly colored butterfly with a tail-like projection on each hind wing

Example:
The garden was filled with beautiful swallowtails fluttering among the flowers.
We spotted a rare species of swallowtail during our hike.