ladybug

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See also: lady-bug

English

A ladybug.

Alternative forms

Etymology

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

Pronunciation

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  • Audio (US):(file)

Noun

ladybug (plural ladybugs)

  1. (Canada, US) Synonym of ladybird.

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