meloe

/ˈmɛliəʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

any of various beetles of the family Meloidae, especially the species Meloe spp., that are known for their bright colors and are often found on flowers

“The meloe beetle was seen hovering around the bright red blooms of the garden.”

Synonyms

  • blister beetle
  • oil beetle

Antonyms

  • none