Bee Killer (Noun)
Meaning
Swift predatory fly having a strong body like a bee with the proboscis hardened for sucking juices of other insects captured on the wing.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The bee-killer fly was known for its ability to capture and feed on other insects mid-air with its hardened proboscis.
- Its bright colors served as a warning to potential predators that the bee-killer was not to be trifled with.
- Researchers studied the unique characteristics of the bee-killer fly to better understand its role in the ecosystem.
- Despite its fearsome reputation, the bee-killer fly played a vital role in controlling the local insect population.
- The bee-killer fly's agility and speed allowed it to capture even the fastest of insects with ease.