coccinella Meaning, Definition & Usage

Coc`ci*nel"la noun

Etymology

NL., fr. L. coccineus scarlet-colored. See Cochoneal.

Definitions

1. (Zoöl.) A genus of small beetles of many species. They and their larvæ feed on aphids or plant lice, and hence are of great benefit to man. Also called ladybirds and ladybugs.