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Meaning of scarabee
scarabee (n.)
Any one of numerous species of lamellicorn beetles of the genus Scarabaeus, or family Scarabaeidae, especially the sacred, or Egyptian, species (Scarabaeus sacer, and S. Egyptiorum).
A stylized representation of a scarab beetle in stone or faience; -- a symbol of resurrection, used by the ancient Egyptians as an ornament or a talisman, and in modern times used in jewelry, usually by engraving designs on cabuchon stones. Also used attributively; as, a scarab bracelet [a bracelet containing scarabs]; a scarab [the carved stone itelf].
Same as Scarabaeus.
scarabee Sentence Examples
- The ancient Egyptians revered the scarabee as a symbol of resurrection and transformation.
- The scarab beetle's dung-rolling habit inspired the Egyptians to associate it with the sun god Ra.
- The hieroglyph for "become" in ancient Egyptian resembled a scarabee.
- Tutankhamun's tomb contained numerous gold scarabs, each adorned with intricate designs.
- The scarabee was a popular motif in ancient Egyptian jewelry, often carved into amulets and pendants.
- The convex back of a scarabee made it an ideal surface for carving symbols and inscriptions.
- A scarabee pendant was believed to protect the wearer from evil spirits and bring good fortune.
- The shape of a scarabee was often used as a decorative element in Egyptian architecture.
- A scarabee-shaped scarab beetle is native to the deserts of Africa and the Middle East.
- The iconic scarab shape continues to be used in modern jewelry and art as a symbol of ancient Egyptian culture.
FAQs About the word scarabee
Any one of numerous species of lamellicorn beetles of the genus Scarabaeus, or family Scarabaeidae, especially the sacred, or Egyptian, species (Scarabaeus sace
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The ancient Egyptians revered the scarabee as a symbol of resurrection and transformation.
The scarab beetle's dung-rolling habit inspired the Egyptians to associate it with the sun god Ra.
The hieroglyph for "become" in ancient Egyptian resembled a scarabee.
Tutankhamun's tomb contained numerous gold scarabs, each adorned with intricate designs.
