longicorn
/ˈlɑːndʒɪˌkɔːrn/
noun
- A beetle with very long antennae, belonging to the family Cerambycidae.
- A longicorn landed on the tree trunk, its antennae longer than its body.
- Gardeners sometimes find longicorn larvae inside dead wood.
- The longicorn is also called a longhorn beetle because of its impressive feelers.
Synonyms
adjective
- Having long antennae or horns, especially referring to beetles.
- Many longicorn insects are harmless to humans but can damage wooden structures.
- This longicorn species is known for its striking black and white markings.
- The longicorn beetle uses its long antennae to sense its surroundings.