Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Mantises.
Mantises - as a noun
Predacious long-bodied large-eyed insect of warm regions; rests with forelimbs raised as in prayer
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mantidHypernyms (Closely Related)
dictyopterous insectHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Many people find mantises fascinating and keep them as pets."
"There are over 2,400 species of mantises worldwide."
"The remarkable grasping front legs of mantises give them their characteristic praying position."
"Female mantises are larger in size compared to males."
"Some species of mantises mimic flowers or leaves to ambush prey."
Word Game Points
Is MANTISES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, mantises is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MANTISES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is MANTISES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, mantises is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMANTISES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is MANTISES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mantises is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMANTISES has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.