beetle
[ˈbiɾəɫ]
A2 · Elementary★★★☆☆
Simple Meaning
an insect with a hard, shiny body and wings that fold under its shell.
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation📱Social Media
Elementary — simple everyday language
Examples in Conversation
“Look at that green beetle crawling on the leaf!”
“Beetles come in many colors and sizes.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A small car, the Volkswagen Beetle (original version made 1938–2003, similar models made 1997–2010 and since 2011)
Related Words
Synonyms:
buginsect
Word Family:
beetlebeetles