Meaning of the word "tortoiseshell butterfly" in English
What does "tortoiseshell butterfly" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
tortoiseshell butterfly
US /ˈtɔːr.təs.ʃel ˌbʌt.ər.flaɪ/
UK /ˈtɔː.təs.ʃel ˈbʌt.ə.flaɪ/
Noun
a common European butterfly (Aglais urticae) with wings that are typically orange-brown with black and yellow markings and blue spots near the edges
Example:
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A beautiful tortoiseshell butterfly landed on the lavender.
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We saw several tortoiseshell butterflies fluttering in the garden.