eumolpides

/juːˈmɒlpɪdiːz/

Definitions

1. noun

The Eumolpidae are a family of beetles in the infraorder Elateriformia, commonly known as click beetles.

“The entomologist studied the eumolpides to better understand their unique characteristics.”

2. noun

In Greek mythology, the Eumolpides were a family of priests and seers.

“The ancient Greeks believed that the Eumolpides held significant power due to their knowledge of the gods.”

Synonyms

  • Elateriformia
  • click beetles