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chafer

/ˈtʃeɪfə/

/ˈtʃeɪfər/

Translations

chafernoun

chafers

/ˈtʃeɪfə/

/ˈtʃeɪfər/

майский жук

The chafer is often seen in gardens during the spring.

Майский жук часто встречается в садах весной.

Additional translations

Synonyms

chaferadjective

/ˈtʃeɪfə/

/ˈtʃeɪfər/

Used attributively to describe things relating to chafer beetles (e.g., "chafer larvae").

chafernoun

A type of beetle, especially one of the family Scarabaeidae, which includes many species that are pests of crops and gardens.

The garden was infested with chafers, causing significant damage to the plants.

A metal dish with a heating element underneath, used for keeping food warm.

The buffet was set up with several chafers to keep the dishes hot for the guests.

chaferadjective

Relating to or characteristic of chafer beetles.

Chafer larvae can cause extensive damage to the lawn if left untreated.