Mantis Definition & Meaning

mantis
noun
  1. predacious long-bodied large-eyed insect of warm regions; rests with forelimbs raised as in prayer

"Mantis" in song lyrics

See how mantis is used in real songs:

  • "And I'm a prayer mantis"
    4th Pyramid — War With Orcs
  • "you almost crushed that pray mantis"
    Adeem — Younger Days
  • "Black tiger, white crane, weeping mantis"
    Tha Beggas — Ju Va De (Deja Vu)

Usage tips for "mantis"

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