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beetle (regional term)

nounfeminineregionaluncommon/kɐˈɾɔʃɐ/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.”

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