beetle (regional term)
nounfeminineregional/kɐˈɾɔʃɐ/low
ca·ro·cha
Definition
Regional name given to certain coleopteran insects, especially species of beetles or weevils considered agricultural pests.
Regional usage, common in various areas of Portugal to designate pest beetles.
The potato field is full of beetles.
This year the infestation of beetles in the corn was smaller.
Common collocations
potato beetlecorn beetle
Etymology
Origem obscura, possivelmente onomatopeica.