Any of various large insects of the order Mantodea that catch insects or other small animals with their powerful forelegs.
A green colour, like that of many mantises.
Any small swarming insect similar to the mosquito; a midge.
A normally-proportioned person with small stature, usually defined as reaching an adult height less than 4'10".
A small version of something; miniature.
Any short person.
A little sandfly.