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Gold beetle

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gold beetle

–noun
any of several beetles having a golden luster, as a chrysomelid, Metriona bicolor, that feeds on morning glories and roses.
Also called goldbug.
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gold beetle  
n.  See gold bug.
gold bug  
n.  
  1. Any of several North American beetles, especially Metriona bicolor, having a golden metallic luster. Also called gold beetle.

  2. A supporter of the gold standard.

  3. A speculator in or a purchaser of gold.

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