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ladybug

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Noun — American English name for the small, round, spotted beetle known in Britain as a ladybird.

Etymology

From "lady" plus "bug", following the same pattern as "ladybird" — the "lady" again refers to the Virgin Mary.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “ladybug” mean?

The word “ladybug” means american English name for the small, round, spotted beetle known in Britain as a ladybird. In plain terms, the American English term for the beetle the British call a ladybird.

How do you pronounce “ladybug”?

“Ladybug” is pronounced LAY-dee-buhg (/ˈleɪ.di.bʌɡ/ in IPA).

How do you use “ladybug” in a sentence?

Here is “ladybug” used in a sentence: “A ladybug crawled across the picnic table.”

What part of speech is “ladybug”?

“Ladybug” is a noun.

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