Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chafer
Noun
/ˈʧeɪ.fər/
Definition
A type of beetle, often recognized for its oval shape and shiny, hard exterior.
Examples
- The garden was infested with chafer larvae, causing the grass to die off.
- He found a chafer beetle on the leaves of the rose bush.
- Farmers often take measures to control chafer populations in their fields.
Meaning
Chafer generally refers to various species of beetles belonging to the Scarabaeidae family, which are commonly found in gardens and fields, where they feed on plant roots and foliage.
Synonyms
- Beetle
- Scarabaeid
- Grub (in larval form)
