Meaning of Megachile in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌmɛɡəˈkʌɪli/

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1. Noun

   Megachile

   Etymology

   early 19th century. From scientific Latin Megachile, genus name from mega- + ancient Greek χεῖλος lip, probably after French mégachile

   Definitions

   1. type genus of the Megachilidae: leaf-cutting bees