Ladybug, e.g. Crossword Clue

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Best Answer:
BEETLE

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue for today's crossword puzzle is "Ladybug, e.g." The answer for this clue is "BEETLE." Let's discuss why this clue has this answer.

1. Ladybug: Ladybugs are insects that belong to the family Coccinellidae. They are known for their distinctive spotted appearance and are often associated with good luck. Ladybugs are a common sight in gardens and are beneficial insects as they feed on plant pests like aphids. These insects are widely recognized and are a popular subject for children's stories and illustrations.

2. E.g.: In crossword clues, "e.g." is an abbreviation for "exempli gratia," which means "for example." It indicates that the clue is providing a general category or type of the answer.

3. Beetle: A beetle is a type of insect that belongs to the order Coleoptera. They are characterized by their hard outer wings called elytra, which cover and protect their delicate hind wings. Beetles are a diverse group, with over 400,000 known species. They can be found in various habitats worldwide, and their sizes range from tiny to relatively large. Ladybugs are a specific type of beetle, belonging to the family Coccinellidae.

Considering these points, the answer "BEETLE" fits the clue "Ladybug, e.g." Ladybugs are a type of beetle and represent the broader category indicated by "e.g." in the clue.



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Definition of "BEETLE"

an insect of a large order distinguished by having forewings that are typically modified into hard wing cases (elytra), which cover and protect the hindwings and abdomen.

Example :
  • the tourist beetled off
  • she stood in a shed, beetling grain for the fowl
  • his eyebrows beetled with irritation

  •  The Crossword clue "Ladybug, e.g." published 41 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 
    CrosswordDateAnswer
    Star Tribune10 February 2024BEETLE
    Penny dell19 September 2023BEETLE
    Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate14 October 2021BEETLE
    New York Times2 May 2021BEETLE
    USA Today13 March 2008BEETLE
    Premier Sunday – King Feature Syndicate2 January 2005BEETLE


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