scarabs

[US]/[ˈskær.əbs]/
[UK]/[ˈskær.əbs]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.beetles of the genus Scarabaeus, especially those sacred to the ancient Egyptians; a small amulet or charm representing a scarab beetle; a small object shaped like a scarab beetle

Phrases & Collocations

ancient scarabs

collecting scarabs

scarab beetles

admiring scarabs

scarab amulets

finding scarabs

scarab carvings

rare scarabs

scarab designs

studying scarabs

Example Sentences

the archaeologist carefully brushed the scarabs from the ancient tomb.

ancient egyptians often wore scarabs as amulets for good luck.

he collected scarabs from various regions of egypt.

the scarab beetle rolls dung into a ball, a fascinating behavior.

the museum displayed a collection of rare scarabs.

she studied the hieroglyphs carved onto the scarabs.

he found several scarabs while excavating the site.

the scarabs were made of faience, a glazed ceramic.

the scarab’s wings were intricately detailed and beautifully colored.

many scarabs represented the god khepri, symbolizing rebirth.

he purchased a scarab pendant at the egyptian market.

the scarabs were a significant part of egyptian funerary rituals.

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