1. a beetle of the family Cerambycidae, characterized by very long antennae
Usage: entomology

1. having long antennae or horns
Usage: entomology

Examples

• The longicorn beetle’s antennae were twice the length of its body.
• Entomologists collected several longicorn species from the oak trees.
• The longicorn family includes some of the most destructive wood-boring insects.
• A beautiful longicorn beetle landed on the garden fence.
• The longicorn characteristics made identification easier for the researcher.
• Many longicorn beetles are attracted to freshly cut wood.