figeater
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of figeater
An Americanism dating back to 1865–70; fig 1 + eater ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Younger students have been using the outdoor classroom areas to talk and play games, while others have been watching figeater beetles and butterflies visit flowering trees.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026
People often mistake figeater beetles for Japanese beetles, which are a major pest, Windbiel-Rojas said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
Parts of Los Angeles are abuzz with hordes of figeater beetles, also known as green fruit beetles or Cotinis mutabilis.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
If a figeater beetle ends up in your house, Windbiel-Rojas recommends gently putting it back outside.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
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