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dragonfly

/ˈdræɡənflaɪ/

noun

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A fast-flying predatory insect with a long slender body, two pairs of large transparent wings, and large eyes.

  • A dragonfly hovered above the pond.
  • We watched dragonflies darting between the reeds.
  • The dragonfly's iridescent wings sparkled in the sunlight.
  • Entomologists study the dragonfly as a model organism for understanding flight mechanics and predatory behavior in insects.
  • Fossil records indicate that the dragonfly has existed for over 300 million years with remarkably little morphological change.
  • Wetland conservation efforts prioritize habitats that support diverse dragonfly populations as indicators of ecosystem health.