weevil

/ˈwiːvəl/

Definitions

1. noun

a small beetle with a long snout, typically considered a pest that damages crops or stored grain

“The farmer tried to eradicate the weevil infestation in his fields.”

2. verb

to damage or destroy something, especially crops or stored grain, by eating or boring into it, typically with reference to weevils

“The weevil has ruined the entire harvest.”

Synonyms

  • beetle
  • pest

Antonyms

  • benefactor
  • guardian