cerambycidae

/sɛræmˈbɪsɪdeɪ, -ˌkaɪdi/

Definitions

1. noun

A family of beetles, often referred to as long-horned beetles, commonly found in woodlands and forests, characterized by their long antennae and elongated bodies.

“The cerambycidae family of beetles was discovered in the ancient forest, its unique species attracting the attention of local entomologists.”

Synonyms

  • long-horned beetles
  • prioninae

Antonyms

  • scarabaeidae
  • short-horned beetles