scarab
/ˈskæɹəb/ noun C2- A beetle of the species Scarabaeus sacer, sacred to the ancient Egyptians.
- Any species of beetle belonging to the family Scarabaeidae.
- A symbol, seal, amulet, or gem fashioned to resemble the sacred beetle.
- The currency sign ¤.
Plural scarabs
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