SPRINGTAIL
\spɹˈɪŋte͡ɪl], \spɹˈɪŋteɪl], \s_p_ɹ_ˈɪ_ŋ_t_eɪ_l]\
Definitions of SPRINGTAIL
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any of numerous minute wingless primitive insects possessing a special abdominal appendage that allows the characteristic nearly perpetual springing pattern; found in soil rich in organic debris or on the surface of snow or water
By Princeton University
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any of numerous minute wingless primitive insects possessing a special abdominal appendage that allows the characteristic nearly perpetual springing pattern; found in soil rich in organic debris or on the surface of snow or water
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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Any one of numerous species of small apterous insects belonging to the order Thysanura. They have two elastic caudal stylets which can be bent under the abdomen and then suddenly extended like a spring, thus enabling them to leap to a considerable distance. See Collembola, and Podura.
By Oddity Software
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