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Papillon

Verb / ˈpɑ:ˈpɪˈllɑ:n / Another word for papillon — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Papillon is a French word that means 'butterfly'.

Synonyms & similar words

butterfly moth insect caterpillar chrysalis flutterby skipper coquette sylph nymph gossamer lepidopteran entomology enthusiast entomologist bug critter creepy-crawly

Example sentences

  1. I saw a beautiful papillon in the garden.
  2. The papillon landed on the flower petal.
  3. Do you know how long a papillon lives?
  4. The papillon's wings were brightly colored.
  5. The papillon flew gracefully through the air.

Quotes

  • 'The butterfly is a flying flower, the flower a tethered butterfly.' - Ponce Denis Écouchard Lebrun
  • 'Just living is not enough... one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower.' - Hans Christian Andersen
  • 'Happiness is a butterfly, which when pursued, is always just beyond your grasp, but which, if you will sit down quietly, may alight upon you.' - Nathaniel Hawthorne

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