coleopter

British

/ ˌkɒlɪˈɒptə /

noun

obsolete aeronautics an aircraft that has an annular wing with the fuselage and engine on the centre line

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The "Albatross," like a huge coleopter, glided gently over the mighty city.

From Robur the Conqueror by Verne, Jules

A light-colored coleopter is eaten roasted by the inhabitants.

From The Andes and the Amazon Across the Continent of South America by Orton, James

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