pyruloid

/paɪˈruːlaɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or related to a pyrula, a genus of small, yellow or black beetles

“The pyruloid markings on the beetle’s shell were an unusual sight.”

2. noun

a pyrula or a related beetle

“The pyruloid beetle was a common sight in the forest.”

Synonyms

  • pyralid
  • pyrulan

Antonyms

  • beetle-like
  • non-pyruloid