1. A beetle of the family Lampyridae, characterized by the ability to produce light through bioluminescence; a firefly or glowworm.
Usage: scientific/technical term; often used in entomology and biology contexts

Examples

• The lampyrid uses its bioluminescent abdomen to attract mates during summer evenings.
• Scientists study lampyrids to understand how they produce light without heat.
• Children were delighted to catch lampyrids in jars during the warm nights.
• The lampyrid family includes over 2,000 species found worldwide.
• Under a microscope, the lampyrid's light-producing organs reveal intricate cellular structures.