arilus

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Noun arilus has 1 sense

Arilus, genus Arilus - a genus of Reduviidae
--₁ is a kind of arthropod genus
--₁ is a member of Reduviidae, family Reduviidae
--₁ has members: wheel bug, Arilus cristatus

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Arilus

Noun (Entomology)

A genus of insects in the family Reduviidae, commonly known as wheel bugs.

Example Sentence:

The arilus is a fearsome predatory insect that preys on other insects in the garden.

Noun (Botany)

A fleshy appendage on the seed of some plants, often brightly colored, serving to attract animals for seed dispersal.

Example Sentence:

The arilus of the pomegranate seed adds a burst of vibrant red color to the fruit.

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