Definition of 'pupa'. pupa (pjuËpÉ ) A pupa is an insect that is in the stage of development between a larva and a fully grown adult. It has a protective covering and does not move. The pupae remain dormant in the soil until they emerge as adult moths in the winter.
United Kingdom. The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, simply called the United Kingdom or UK, is a sovereign state inNorthern Europe. It is a constitutional monarchy that is made up of four separate countries. It is a member of the European Union, United Nations, the Commonwealth, NATO and the G8.
The UK â a sovereign state that includes England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Great Britain â an island situated off the north west coast of Europe. British Isles â a collection of over 6,000 islands, of which Great Britain is the largest. England â a country within the UK.