Ladybird (noun)

A small round beetle with a brightly colored convex body, typically having black spots on a red background.

Origin:

Middle english: from old english lædre, lædys, "a lady" (as a term of endearment) + bera "bee". the association with the beetle dates from the 16th century.

Examples:

1. The ladybird is a common garden insect.
2. The ladybird larvae feed on aphids.
3. The ladybird's bright colors are a warning to predators that it is poisonous.
4. The ladybird is a symbol of good luck in many cultures.
5. The ladybird is also known as the ladybug in North America.