Ergate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ergate is a noun meaning (entomology) A worker ant.
Meaning
(entomology) A worker ant.
Example Sentences
The worker (ergates) is characterized by the complete absence of wings and a very small (stenonotal) thorax, much simplified in the structure of its sclerites.
Word Forms
- ergates
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include macrergate, micrergate, white ant, pseudergate, worker, major.
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