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weevil

[ˈwiːvɪl]

weevil Definition

a small beetle that feeds on plants, grains, and seeds.

Using weevil: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "weevil" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The weevils have infested the grain storage.

  • Example

    The farmer had to use pesticides to control the weevil population.

  • Example

    The weevil larvae feed on the plant roots.

weevil Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for weevil

Phrases with weevil

  • a type of weevil that attacks cotton bolls

    Example

    The boll weevil infestation caused significant damage to the cotton crops.

  • a type of weevil that attacks stored rice grains

    Example

    The rice weevil infestation caused significant losses in the rice storage.

  • a type of weevil that attacks stored bean seeds

    Example

    The bean weevil infestation caused significant losses in the bean storage.

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Summary: weevil in Brief

A 'weevil' [ˈwiːvɪl] is a small beetle that feeds on plants, grains, and seeds. It can cause significant damage to crops and stored food. Examples of weevils include the boll weevil, rice weevil, and bean weevil.

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