beetle

US /ˈbiː.t̬əl/
UK /ˈbiː.t̬əl/
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an insect of an order distinguished by forewings that are hardened and form a protective covering for the hindwings and by biting mouthparts.

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A large black beetle crawled across the path.
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Some types of beetles are considered pests.
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buginsect
1.

to hang over or project (especially in a threatening way).

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The cliffs beetle over the sea.
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His brow beetled in a frown.
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projectoverhangjutprotrude
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deathwatch beetlewhirligig beetleladybird beetlepotato beetlewater beetlestag beetlerhinoceros beetle