We have listed below Pest so named because it was originally found in royal tombs crossword clue answers based on our database. This clue was last seen on March 17 2023 in the NYT crossword puzzle.
| Crossword Clue | Answer | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Pest so named because it was originally found in royal tombs | PHARAOHANT | 10 letters |
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Crossword Answer for Pest so named because it was originally found in royal tombs
Pest so named because it was originally found in royal tombs NYT crossword clue answer with 10 letters is:
- PHARAOHANT
Why this answer? Meaning: Pharaohant is a type of beetle in the Scarabaeidae family. It is named for its association with ancient Egyptian pharaohs, as it was frequently found in their tombs. Pharaohants are large, shiny insects with yellow and brown coloration.
Other solutions or synonyms
Are you looking for a different answer? If you are playing another crossword puzzle game (not NYT), other (less) possible solutions to Pest so named because it was originally found in royal tombs crossword or PHARAOHANT synonyms are: MUMMY (37%), ANCESTOR (14%), EGYPTIAN (13%), NECROPOLIS (9%), SARCOPHAGUS (7%).
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