chrysalis
n
(pl ~es)
1 form of an insect at the stage of its life when it changes from a grub to an adult insect, esp a butterfly or moth; pupa 蛹; (尤指)蝶蛹, 蛾蛹. =>illus at butterfly 见butterfly之插图.
2 hard case that encloses an insect during this stage 蛹壳.
🗣️ 情景例句
May I speak to Miss Wang?
我可以和王小姐讲话吗?
It's certainly a big improvement over yestterday.
肯定比昨天大有好转。
lack of physical and mental energy, both of which are essential in turning out and throwing away, and sentiment.