staphyline

/stæfɪlaɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of beetles in the family Staphylinidae, often found in caves and dark places.

“The staphyline beetle, a species of cave-dwelling insect, is found in many remote locations around the world.”

Synonyms

  • rove beetle
  • staphylinid

Antonyms

  • butterfly
  • sun-loving insect