beetle
Pronunciation: [ˈbiː.təl]
Word
Context: “insect”
(noun) a type of insect that has a hard shell on its back and six legs. Beetles come in many colors and sizes, and they often are found in gardens or forests.
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I saw a shiny black beetle crawling on the tree.
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There aren't any beetles in my house; it's too clean for bugs.
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Have you ever seen a beetle with bright colors?
Context: “entomology”
(noun) a member of the order Coleoptera, which includes all types of beetles. Scientists study beetles to understand their behaviors and habitats.
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Entomologists collect beetles to study their diverse species.
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The class did not focus on beetles; they learned about butterflies instead.
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What characteristics do beetles have that make them unique?
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