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oil beetle

–noun
any of several blister beetles of the genus Meloe that exude an oily fluid from the joints of their legs when disturbed.

Origin:
1650–60
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oil beetle  
n.  Any of various blister beetles of the genus Meloe that exude an oily yellow substance from the joints of the legs when disturbed.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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