grasshopper

[ˈɡræsˌhɒpər]

grasshopper Definition

  • 1a plant-eating insect with long hind legs that are used for jumping and for producing a chirping sound
  • 2a cocktail made with crème de menthe, crème de cacao, and cream

Using grasshopper: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "grasshopper" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The grasshopper hopped away when I approached it.

  • Example

    The sound of the grasshoppers filled the air on the summer evening.

  • Example

    I ordered a grasshopper cocktail at the bar.

grasshopper Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for grasshopper

Phrases with grasshopper

  • a mind that is easily distracted and unable to concentrate for long periods of time

    Example

    I have a grasshopper mind and find it difficult to focus on one thing for too long.

  • a small bird that breeds in Europe and Asia and has a distinctive song

    Example

    The grasshopper warbler is known for its unique song, which sounds like a series of reeling notes.

  • a carnivorous mouse found in North America that feeds on insects, including grasshoppers

    Example

    The grasshopper mouse is an agile hunter that can catch and eat insects much larger than itself.

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Summary: grasshopper in Brief

A 'grasshopper' [ˈɡræsˌhɒpər] is a plant-eating insect with long hind legs that are used for jumping and for producing a chirping sound. It is also a cocktail made with crème de menthe, crème de cacao, and cream. The term extends into phrases like 'grasshopper mind,' denoting a mind that is easily distracted, and 'grasshopper warbler,' a small bird with a distinctive song.

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