What does insect mean?
Insect means An arthropod (in the Insecta class) characterized by six legs, up to four wings, and a chitinous exoskeleton..
Insect
/ˈɪn.sɛkt/ · noun
Meaning
An arthropod (in the Insecta class) characterized by six legs, up to four wings, and a chitinous exoskeleton..
Definitions by Sense
- An arthropod (in the Insecta class) characterized by six legs, up to four wings, and a chitinous exoskeleton.
- (archaic or loosely) Any small arthropod similar to an insect, including spiders, centipedes, millipedes, etc.
- (derogatory) A contemptible or powerless person.
Example Sentences
Our shed has several insect infestions, including ants, yellowjackets, and wasps.
Nonetheless, some insect prey take advantage of clutter by hiding in it. Earless ghost swift moths become “invisible” to echolocating bats by forming mating clusters close (less than half a meter) above vegetation and effectively blending into the clutter of echoes that the bat receives from the leaves and stems around them.
The swamp is swarming with every sort of insect.
The manager’s assistant was the worst sort of insect.
Synonyms for insect
Antonyms for insect
Related Words
Word Forms
- insects
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for insect?
Common synonyms include bug, insect, louse, worm.
What is the opposite of insect?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use insect in a sentence?
Our shed has several insect infestions, including ants, yellowjackets, and wasps.
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