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stick insect

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  1. walking stick, walkingstick, stick insectnoun

    any of various mostly tropical insects having long twiglike bodies

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  1. stick insectnoun

    Any of various insects of the family Phasmidae that mimic sticks or twigs.

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  1. stick insect

    A stick insect, also known as walking stick or phasmid, is a type of insect that closely resembles twigs, branches, or leaves in their environment. They are found worldwide, particularly in tropical regions, and are known for their characteristic long, slender, cylindrical bodies, often with wings. Their camouflage serves as a defense mechanism against predators. Some species can also reproduce parthenogenetically, without the need for males.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of stick insect in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of stick insect in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

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  • Terry Washington
    Terry Washington
    Another meaning for"stick insect" is an overly slim or thin man or woman(usually the latter). I once had a lady friend who died due to a heart attack. I was quite surprised as she was neither obese or a smoker but a "stick insect" 
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