tiger beetle

/ˌtaɪgər ˌbidl/
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Other forms: tiger beetles

Definitions of tiger beetle
  1. noun
    active usually bright-colored beetle that preys on other insects
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    type of:
    beetle
    insect having biting mouthparts and front wings modified to form horny covers overlying the membranous rear wings
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