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Beetle Type Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
ELATER which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
ELATER
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "ELATER" which means:
- noun
- • Any of various widely distributed beetles
An example sentence would be:
- • "An elater is a specialized structure found in some seed plants."
- • "The primary function of an elater is to disperse the seeds of the plant."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times20 Jan 1991 | Down 2 | |
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