toe biter

See also: toe-biter and toebiter

English

toe biter (Lethocerus americanus)

Alternative forms

• toe-biter

Etymology

Referring to the powerful bite containing proteolytic enzymes.

Noun

toe biter (plural toe biters)

1. (Canada, US) A large aquatic true bug with pincer-like front legs, Lethocerus americanus

   Synonyms: electric light bug, giant water bug

2. Any other insect in the family Belastomatidae

Translations

insect of the family Belastomatidae

Portuguese: pica-dedo m