mariquita

Definitions of mariquita
  1. noun
    small round bright-colored and spotted beetle that usually feeds on aphids and other insect pests
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    type of:
    coleóptero, escarabajo
    insect having biting mouthparts and front wings modified to form horny covers overlying the membranous rear wings
  2. noun
    a timid man or boy considered childish or unassertive
    synonyms: afeminado, alfeñique, cazolero, cominero, mantecón, marica, muñeco, naco
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    type of:
    cobarde
    a person who shows fear or timidity
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