1. Winged insect resembling a dragonfly; the larvae (doodlebugs) dig conical pits where they wait to catch e.g. ants
   "The antlion fly's larvae are known for their unique hunting strategy";
   - ant lion, antlion fly
    
2. The larva of any of several insects
   "The antlion dug a pit to trap its prey";
   - doodlebug [N. Amer], ant lion

Derived forms: ant lions, antlions

Type of: larva, neuropteran, neuropteron, neuropterous insect

Part of: genus Myrmeleon, Myrmeleon

Encyclopedia: Antlion