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Definition of Necrophore

1. n. Any one of numerous species of beetles of the genus Necrophorus and allied genera; -- called also burying beetle, carrion beetle, sexton beetle.

Definition of Necrophore

1. Noun. (zoology) Any of various beetles that bury the carcasses of small vertebrates (such as birds and rodents) as a food source for their larvae. ¹

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Medical Definition of Necrophore

1. Any one of numerous species of beetles of the genus Necrophorus and allied genera. Synonym: burying beetle, carrion beetle, sexton beetle. Origin: Gr. A dead body + to bear. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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