sphingid
IPA: sfˈɪŋʌd
noun
- (entomology) Any of many hawk moths of the family Sphingidae
adjective
- Of or pertaining to these moths.
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Examples of "sphingid" in Sentences
- The moth fluttered through the night sky, its graceful wings identifying it as a sphingid
- The detailed patterns on the sphingid's wings were a work of art in themselves
- Spotting a sphingid in the garden was always a rare and exciting occurrence
- The sphingid species was known for its long proboscis, perfect for sucking nectar from flowers
- Entomologists were thrilled to discover a new species of sphingid in the rainforest
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