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Noun: praying mantis
  1. Predatory insect (mantis), known for its raptorial forelegs held in a prayer-like position
    "The praying mantis can often be seen hunting in garden flowers";
    - praying mantid, Mantis religiosa

Derived forms: praying mantises

Type of: mantid, mantis

Encyclopedia: Praying mantis