nut weevil
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of nut weevil
First recorded in 1795–1805
Example Sentences
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For instance, the nut weevil, which survives in colder temperatures, was only found on the rooftop during the first half of the study.
From Time • Nov. 2, 2015
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