butterfly
US /ˈbʌt̬.ɚ.flaɪ/
UK /ˈbʌt̬.ɚ.flaɪ/
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vlinder
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.
Een prachtige vlinder landde op de bloem.
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The children chased the butterflies in the garden.
De kinderen jaagden de vlinders in de tuin na.
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vlinderen, opensnijden
to cut a piece of food (especially meat or fish) almost in half and spread it open flat
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The chef will butterfly the chicken breast before grilling.
De chef zal de kipfilet vlinderen voordat hij hem grilt.
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You need to butterfly the shrimp to cook them evenly.
Je moet de garnalen vlinderen om ze gelijkmatig te koken.