oil beetle

n. Any of various blister beetles of the genus Meloe that exude an oily yellow substance from the joints of the legs when disturbed.

oil beetle

n (Animals) any of various beetles of the family Meloidae that exude an oily evil-smelling blood from their joints, which deters enemies

oil′ bee`tle

n. any of several blister beetles of the genus Meloe that exude oily fluid from their leg joints when disturbed. [1650–60]

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oil beetle - any of various beetles that exude an oily substance from the leg joints that deters enemiesblister beetle, meloid - beetle that produces a secretion that blisters the skin

oil beetle

oil beetle:

see blister beetleblister beetle,
common name for certain soft-bodied, usually black or brown, mostly elongate and cylindrical beetles belonging to the family Meloidae. Blister beetles are common insects found feeding on the flowers and foliage of various plants. Occasionally some, e.g.
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oil beetle

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oil′ bee`tle

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noun any of various beetles that exude an oily substance from the leg joints that deters enemies

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