Meaning of the word "snapping beetle" in English
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snapping beetle
US /ˈsnæpɪŋ ˌbiːtl/
UK /ˈsnæpɪŋ ˌbiːtl/
Noun
1.
a beetle of a family (Elateridae) that when placed on its back can spring into the air with a click, landing on its feet.
Example:
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The child was fascinated by the snapping beetle's ability to flip itself over.
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We found a small snapping beetle under the log.
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