anthrenus Meaning, Definition & Usage

An*thre"nus noun

Etymology

NL., fr. Gr. a hornet.

Definitions

1. (Zoöl.) A genus of small beetles, several of which, in the larval state, are very destructive to woolen goods, fur, etc. The common "museum pest" is A. varius; the carpet beetle is A. scrophulariæ. The larvæ are commonly confounded with moths.