coleopteran
See coleopteran in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(kōˌlē-ŏpˈtər-ən, kŏlˌē-) also co·le·op·ter·on (-tə-rŏnˌ)
noun Any of numerous insects of the order Coleoptera, characterized by forewings modified to form tough protective covers for the membranous hind wings and including the beetles, weevils, and fireflies.
adjective Of, relating to, or belonging to the order Coleoptera.
Related Forms:
- coˌle·opˈter·ous (-tər-əs) adjective
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