sitophilus

/ˌsɪtəˈfaɪləs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of weevils, particularly those that infest stored grains.

“The infestation was caused by a species of the sitophilus weevil genus.”

2. noun

Weevils of the genus Sitophilus.

“Sitophiluses are common pests in grain storage facilities.”

Synonyms

  • granary weevil
  • weevil

Antonyms

  • beneficial insect