bembex

[Gr. βέμβιξ ( bembiz ) = (1) a top, (2) a whirlpool, (3) a buzzing insect.] Entom.: A genus of Hymenopterous insects, the typical one of the family Bembicide. The species, which have a certain resemblance to wasps, are solitary burrowers; they store up flies for the support of their larve. They occur in hot countries. None are British. běm-biç'-i-dæ, s . pl . [BEMBEX.] A family of insects belonging to the order Hymenoptera, the tribe Aculeata, and the sub-tribe Fo or i a. Type, Bembex (q. v.). 509