doodlebug

/ˈduːdəlbʌɡ/

Definitions

1. noun

A small, usually harmless insect, especially a beetle larva that emerges from the ground in large numbers, often causing a nuisance.

“The kids were fascinated by the doodlebugs emerging from the soil during their nature walk.”

Synonyms

  • beetle
  • insect

Antonyms

  • harmful pest
  • large insect