praying mantis
US /ˈpreɪ.ɪŋ ˈmæn.tɪs/
UK /ˈpreɪ.ɪŋ ˈmæn.tɪs/
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mentadak
a carnivorous insect of the order Mantodea, which has a long body and large forelegs that are held together in a praying position and used to catch prey.
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The praying mantis patiently waited for its prey.
Mentadak sabar menunggu mangsanya.
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A praying mantis can turn its head almost 360 degrees.
Seekor mentadak boleh memusingkan kepalanya hampir 360 darjah.