butterfly

US /ˈbʌt̬.ɚ.flaɪ/
UK /ˈbʌt̬.ɚ.flaɪ/
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kupu-kupu

an insect with large, often brightly coloured wings, a slender body, and clubbed antennae. Butterflies are active during the day and feed on nectar.

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A beautiful butterfly landed on the flower.
Seekor kupu-kupu cantik mendarat di bunga.
The children chased the butterflies in the garden.
Anak-anak mengejar kupu-kupu di taman.
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membelah, mengiris tipis

to cut a piece of food (especially meat or fish) almost in half and spread it open flat

:
The chef will butterfly the chicken breast before grilling.
Koki akan membelah dada ayam sebelum memanggangnya.
You need to butterfly the shrimp to cook them evenly.
Anda perlu membelah udang agar matang merata.