Definition of Anthrenus
1. n. A genus of small beetles, several of which, in the larval state, are very destructive to woolen goods, fur, etc. The common "museum pest" is A. varius; the carpet beetle is A. scrophulariæ. The larvæ are commonly confounded with moths.
Medical Definition of Anthrenus
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A genus of small beetles, several of which, in the larval state, are very destructive to woolen goods, fur, etc. The common "museum pest" is A. Varius; the carpet beetle is A. Scrophulariae. The larvae are commonly confounded with moths.
Origin: NL, fr. Gr. A hornet.
Source: Websters Dictionary
(01 Mar 1998)
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