beetle

US /ˈbiː.t̬əl/
UK /ˈbiː.t̬əl/
"beetle" picture
1.

жук

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

:
A large black beetle crawled across the path.
Большой черный жук полз по тропинке.
Some types of beetles are considered pests.
Некоторые виды жуков считаются вредителями.
1.

нависать, выступать, хмуриться

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

:
The cliffs beetle over the sea.
Скалы нависают над морем.
His brow beetled in a frown.
Его брови нахмурились.