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grasshopper

/ɡɹæsˌhɒpə(ɹ)/ /ˈɡɹæsˌhɑpəɹ/

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Sauterelle

A 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.

Examples :

"The grasshopper hopped across the schoolyard during recess. "

La sauterelle a sauté dans la cour de récréation pendant la récréation.

insect animal nature biology environment ecology

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Grasshopper (cocktail)

A cocktail made with crème de menthe and optionally with crème de cacao.

Examples :

"At the bar, she ordered a grasshopper, curious to try the minty green cocktail. "

Au bar, elle a commandé un Grasshopper, curieuse d'essayer le cocktail vert mentholé.

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Jeune prodige, débutant talentueux

A young student in initial stages of training who has been chosen on account of their obvious talent.

Examples :

"The young grasshopper in the photography class was chosen for the school's competition because of her amazing talent. "

Le jeune prodige de la classe de photographie a été choisi pour le concours de l'école en raison de son talent incroyable.

education person job

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Le levier d'échappement ou le marteau dans les pianos carrés ou droits ordinaires de fabrication londonienne, de manière à pouvoir être retiré et remplacé avec la touche.

In 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.

Examples :

"The piano tuner carefully removed the grasshopper from the key to make an adjustment, then easily slid it back into place. "

L'accordeur de piano a soigneusement retiré le marteau de la touche pour effectuer un réglage, puis l'a facilement remis en place.

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