cheval du diable

French

Etymology

From cheval +‎ du +‎ diable, literally “devil’s horse”.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ʃə.val dy djabl/

Noun

cheval du diable m (plural chevaux du diable)

1. (Louisiana, Cajun, Acadia) praying mantis

   Synonym: mante religieuse

2. (Louisiana, Cajun) locust

   Synonym: criquet