meloid

Noun
  1. Beetle that produces a secretion that blisters the skin (synset 102181664)
    is a type of: beetle - insect having biting mouthparts and front wings modified to form horny covers overlying the membranous rear wings
    subtypes:
    • oil beetle - any of various beetles that exude an oily substance from the leg joints that deters enemies
    • spanish fly - green beetle of southern Europe
    belongs to: family meloidae, meloidae - blister beetles
    same as: blister beetle

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