noun🔗ShareA mostly herbivorous insect of the order Orthoptera, noted for its ability to jump long distances and for the habit of some species communicating by stridulation; they are related to but distinct from crickets."The grasshopper hopped across the schoolyard during recess. "insectanimalnaturebiologyenvironmentecologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA cocktail made with crème de menthe and optionally with crème de cacao."At the bar, she ordered a grasshopper, curious to try the minty green cocktail. "drinkfoodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA young student in initial stages of training who has been chosen on account of their obvious talent."The young grasshopper in the photography class was chosen for the school's competition because of her amazing talent. "educationpersonjobChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareIn ordinary square or upright pianos of London make, the escapement lever or jack, so made that it can be taken out and replaced with the key."The piano tuner carefully removed the grasshopper from the key to make an adjustment, then easily slid it back into place. "musicmachineparttechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
