ladybug

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English[edit]

A ladybug.

Alternative forms[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From lady +‎ bug, the “lady” here referring to Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus. Compare German Marienkäfer.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • (US) IPA(key): /ˈleɪ.di.bʌɡ/
  • Audio (US)(file)

Noun[edit]

ladybug (plural ladybugs)

  1. (Canada, US) Synonym of ladybird.

Derived terms[edit]

Translations[edit]

ladybird — see ladybird

Further reading[edit]

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