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sphecoid

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun sphecoid has 1 sense
  1. sphecoid wasp, sphecoid - any of various solitary wasps
    --1 is a kind of wasp
    --1 is a member of Sphecoidea, superfamily Sphecoidea
    --1 has particulars: mason wasp; digger wasp; mud dauber

Definitions from the Web

Sphecoid

Definition:

Sphecoid refers to anything resembling or relating to a wasp of the family Sphecidae.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Adjective: Characteristic of or relating to the family Sphecidae.

Example: The sphecoid wasp built its nest with remarkable precision.

Sense 2:

Noun: Any member of the family Sphecidae, such as a digger wasp.

Example: We observed a sphecoid capturing its prey and carrying it back to its burrow.

Usages:

Usage 1: Popular

Adjective: In popular culture, sphecoid is often used to describe a person who is highly industrious, hardworking, and focused.

Example: John is known for his sphecoid work ethic as he consistently puts in long hours to achieve his goals.

Usage 2: Local

Adjective: In local biology communities, sphecoid is frequently used in discussions about the taxonomic classification and behavior of certain wasp species.

Example: The local entomologists conducted a sphecoid identification workshop to study the diversity of wasps in the region.

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