toe biter

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See also: toe-biter and toebiter

English[edit]

toe biter (Lethocerus americanus)

Alternative forms[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Referring to the powerful bite containing proteolytic enzymes.

Noun[edit]

toe biter (plural toe biters)

  1. (US) A large aquatic true bug with pincer-like front legs, Lethocerus americanus
    Synonyms: electric light bug, giant water bug
  2. (US) Any other insect in the family Belastomatidae
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