PUPAL

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

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Meaning:

Of the insects in the chrysalis (cocoon) or post larval stage

Example:

the pupal stage

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

immature (not yet mature)

Derivation:

pupa (an insect in the inactive stage of development (when it is not feeding) intermediate between larva and adult)

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