locust
US /ˈloʊ.kəst/
UK /ˈloʊ.kəst/
1.
belalang
a large, mainly tropical grasshopper with strong powers of flight. It is migratory and destructive to crops and vegetation.
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A swarm of locusts descended upon the fields, devouring everything in their path.
Sekawanan belalang turun ke ladang, melahap segala sesuatu di jalan mereka.
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The Bible describes plagues of locusts as a divine punishment.
Alkitab menggambarkan wabah belalang sebagai hukuman ilahi.
2.
locust, pohon locust
a North American tree of the pea family, with white flowers and large pods, often grown as an ornamental or for timber.
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The old farm had several black locust trees providing shade.
Peternakan tua itu memiliki beberapa pohon locust hitam yang memberikan keteduhan.
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Locust wood is known for its durability and resistance to decay.
Kayu locust dikenal karena daya tahannya dan ketahanannya terhadap pembusukan.