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
I suppose you want to borrow money from me again?
我想你又要找我借钱了吧?
Can you come out and play with me?
你能够和我一起出去玩吗?
He did not marry again and I was brought up without a woman's care;