sphingid meaning

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sphingid (noun): any of various moths with long narrow forewings capable of powerful flight and hovering over flowers to feed.

Definition of sphingid

  1. any of various moths with long narrow forewings capable of powerful flight and hovering over flowers to feed

    Synonyms: hawkmoth, hawk moth, sphinx moth, hummingbird moth

    Type of: moth

    Kinds: Manduca sexta, Manduca quinquemaculata, death's-head moth

Scrabble score: 15 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with SP · words ending in ID · 8-letter words

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