scarab
C1 · Advanced★☆☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
a type of beetle, or a small stone model of it, from ancient Egypt.
When to Use
📚Academic Writing📝Exam Vocabulary
Advanced — complex ideas, academic/professional
Examples in Conversation
“The museum has a collection of ancient Egyptian scarab jewelry.”
“A scarab was a symbol of good luck in ancient Egypt.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A beetle of the species Scarabaeus sacer, sacred to the ancient Egyptians.