bruchid

/ˈbruːkɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

a beetle in the family Chrysomelidae, especially those that damage stored grains or pulses, such as the pea and bean weevil.

“The bruchid infestation in the stored grains was severe.”

Synonyms

  • pest
  • weevil

Antonyms

  • beneficial insect
  • guardian