grasshopper

/ˈɡɹɑːsˌhɒpə(ɹ)/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

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.

2

In the strict sense, refers to insects in the suborder Caelifera, particularly those in the family Acrididae.

3

In a looser sense, also includes the katydids (also known as longhorned grasshoppers or bush crickets), which are members of the family Tettigoniidae, of the suborder Ensifera.

4

A cocktail made with crème de menthe and optionally with crème de cacao.

5

A young student in the initial stages of training who has been chosen on account of their obvious talent.

6

A frequent user of marijuana.

7

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.

8

A fairy chess piece which moves orthogonally or diagonally, but must hop over a piece to move or capture, landing one square beyond the hopped piece.

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