ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Formicivorous

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Formicivorous is an adjective meaning (entomology) Feeding on ants.

Meaning

(entomology) Feeding on ants.

Example Sentences

Formicivorous mammals (those which feed mainly on ants) come in all shapes and sizes […]

Synonyms for formicivorous

Depending on context, synonyms include myrmecophagous.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include myrmecophagous, anteating, entomophagous, insectivorous, entomonecrophagous, xylophagous.

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