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Definition of "witchetty" [witchetty]

  • The name given in Australia to certain longicorn larvæ dug out of the roots of shrubs, or out of fallen trees, and roasted and eaten by the natives. (noun)

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

Use "witchetty" in a sentence
  • "Isn't it all witchetty grubs and kangaroo testicles?"
  • "I'm still mourning the no-show of confessional journalist Liz Jones, as I was looking forward to a vegan at a bushtucker trial, telling them where to shove their witchetty grubs."
  • "They should buzz if they want to speak.4 Introduce I'm A Celebrity-style bushtucker challengesThe finalists should have to eat witchetty grubs while they're waiting to sing."