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opaque-winged butterfly

[/oʊˈpeɪk wɪŋd ˈbʌtərflaɪ/]
nounfemininepl: opaque-winged butterflies
borboleta de asas opacas
1. A butterfly species characterized by wings that lack transparency, having a solid, non-translucent appearance
The opaque-winged butterfly is easily distinguished from other species by its completely non-transparent wing surfaces.
A borboleta de asas opacas é facilmente distinguida de outras espécies pelas suas asas completamente não-transparentes.
2. Any butterfly belonging to taxonomic groups with solid-colored or patterned wings without clear or translucent areas
Collectors prize the opaque-winged butterfly for its vibrant, solid coloring.
Os colecionadores apreciam a borboleta de asas opacas pelas suas cores vibrantes e sólidas.
Synonyms
solid-winged butterflynon-transparent butterflyopaque butterfly
Antonyms
transparent-winged butterflyglass-winged butterflytranslucent butterfly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
borboleta de asas opacas
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Portugal
borboleta de asas opacas
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; technical/scientific term

Related Idioms & Phrases

spread one's wings
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