Scarab
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(As a noun)
Scarab ( noun )
A type of dung beetle, particularly those of the genus Scarabaeus, which were sacred in ancient Egypt and used as amulets. Also, a representation of this type of beetle in the form of a small statue, seal or amulet.
Origin:
The word scarab comes from the latin word "scarabaeus" which means beetle. it is first recorded in the english language in the early 17th century. the scarab beetle was a sacred symbol in ancient egypt, representing the god khepri.
Examples:
- The ancient Egyptians believed the scarab beetle represented the god of the rising sun.
- The scarab was a common motif in ancient Egyptian art and jewelry.
- The scarab amulet was believed to bring good luck.
- The scarab beetle was sacred in ancient Egypt and was often depicted in hieroglyphs.
- The scarab was used as a seal in ancient Egypt, which was used to stamp documents.
(As a verb)
Scarab ( verb )
A type of dung beetle, particularly those of the genus Scarabaeus, which were sacred in ancient Egypt and used as amulets. Also, a representation of this type of beetle in the form of a small statue, seal or amulet.
Origin:
The word scarab comes from the latin word "scarabaeus" which means beetle. it is first recorded in the english language in the early 17th century. the scarab beetle was a sacred symbol in ancient egypt, representing the god khepri.
Examples:
- The ancient Egyptians believed the scarab beetle represented the god of the rising sun.
- The scarab was a common motif in ancient Egyptian art and jewelry.
- The scarab amulet was believed to bring good luck.
- The scarab beetle was sacred in ancient Egypt and was often depicted in hieroglyphs.
- The scarab was used as a seal in ancient Egypt, which was used to stamp documents.