scarab

• Substantiv, das einen Käfer bezeichnet, insbesondere den heiligen Pillendreher (Skarabäus), der im alten Ägypten als heilig oder göttlich galt.

A noun referring to a scarabaeid beetle that was considered sacred or divine by the ancient Egyptians.

1. Sacred beetleB2formal

   A type of beetle, especially the dung beetle, that was considered sacred and divine by the ancient Egyptians.

   Heiliger Käfer

   • The scarab beetle was often depicted in ancient Egyptian art.
   • Archaeologists discovered a golden scarab amulet in the tomb.
   • The scarab symbolized rebirth and protection in Egyptian mythology.

   Synonymedung beetlescarabaeus

2. Amulet or symbolB2formal

   A representation or carving of a scarab beetle, used as a charm or ornament in ancient Egypt.

   Skarabäus

   • She wore a scarab pendant for good luck.
   • The museum displayed a collection of scarab seals.
   • Ancient Egyptians placed scarab amulets in tombs for protection.