grasshoppers
noun
Meaning
- A mostly herbivorous insect of the order Orthoptera, noted for its ability to jump long distances and for the habit of some species communicating by stridulation; they are related to but distinct from crickets.
- A cocktail made with crème de menthe and optionally with crème de cacao.
- A young student in initial stages of training who has been chosen on account of their obvious talent.
- In ordinary square or upright pianos of London make, the escapement lever or jack, so made that it can be taken out and replaced with the key.
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