pierid butterfly

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Noun pierid butterfly has 1 sense

pierid, pierid butterfly - any of numerous pale-colored butterflies having three pairs of well-developed legs
--₁ is a kind of butterfly
--₁ is a member of Pieridae, family Pieridae
--₁ has particulars: cabbage butterfly

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Pierid Butterfly

A pierid butterfly refers to any member of the family Pieridae, which is a large family of butterflies known for their vibrant and often white or yellow wings.

Sense 1: Popular

Noun: A common type of butterfly characterized by white or yellow wings.

Example sentence: The garden was full of pierid butterflies, fluttering gracefully from flower to flower.

Sense 2: Local

Noun: A specific type of pierid butterfly found in a particular locality.

Example sentence: The local pierid butterfly species, found only in this region, is a rare sight for butterfly enthusiasts.