We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. By continuing to use our website, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Find out more

Subscriber login

Library card login

Other

X Close menu

Dictionary Language resources

Coleoptera

Pronunciation: /ˌkɒlɪˈɒpt(ə)rə/

Definition of Coleoptera

noun

Entomology

an order of insects that comprises the beetles (including weevils), forming the largest order of animals on the earth.
(coleoptera) insects of the order Coleoptera; beetles: coleoptera are very sensitive to changes in wetness