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testaceous

/tɛˈstæʃəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does testaceous mean?

adjective

Relating to or resembling insects, especially beetles; having a hard outer covering like a beetle's shell.

Example

"The testaceous armor of the beetle provided protection from predators."

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