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red-spotted purple

[ red-spot-id ]

noun

  1. purple7


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Word History and Origins

Origin of red-spotted purple1

An Americanism dating back to 1765–75
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Example Sentences

“Here we go; come on out,” Schwiebert said, trying to coax a large red-spotted purple butterfly whose black frame occasionally eluded his view.

The red-spotted purple is one of about 18 species residing in the Butterfly House, which opened to the public last week.

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