insect
Pronunciación: [ˈɪnˌsɛkt]
Palabra
Contexto: «biology»
(noun) a small living creature that has a body divided into three parts, six legs, and usually wings. Insects include butterflies, bees, and ants. They are everywhere around us.
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The ladybug is a type of insect that helps keep plants healthy.
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Not all insects are harmful; some can actually be very helpful.
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Can you name an insect that you see in your garden?
Contexto: «environment»
(noun) a creature that plays an important role in the ecosystem, like pollinating flowers or breaking down dead material. Insects are often tiny but very important for nature.
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Bees are insects that help plants grow by pollinating them.
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Many people don’t realize that losing insects could hurt the environment badly.
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Why do you think insects are important to the environment?
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