Coleopteral

/ˌkoʊliˈɒptərəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of beetles or the order Coleoptera.

Etymology

From Greek 'koleon' (sheath) and 'pteron' (wing), as beetles have hardened front wings that cover softer rear wings. The '-al' suffix makes it an adjective.

Kelly Says

Beetles are the most successful animals on Earth—about 25% of all known animal species are beetles—which means if aliens ever visit, coleopteral creatures might be the most common life form they find!

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