| 单词 | jewel beetle |
| 释义 | > as lemmasjewel beetle jewel beetle n. (frequently with distinguishing word) any of numerous beetles that constitute the family Buprestidae, which are typically wood-borers with bright metallic coloration.The larvae of certain jewel beetles can be serious pests of timber. ΚΠ 1875 Bazaar, Exchange & Mart 3 July (Advertising section following p. 10) Green Jewel Beetles, for mounting in jewellery. 1958 Austral. Encycl. IV. 15/2 Large jewel-beetles, some of which feed on the roots of witchety bushes (Acacia), mainly in arid areas. 2018 Express Online (Nexis) 11 June Jewel beetles ascend to great heights in search of a fire before swarming down on trees within a few hours to start laying their eggs. < as lemmas |
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