ant — a small insect that lives in organized groups and is known for being hardworking
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small insect that lives in organized groups and is known for being hardworking
Pronunciation (IPA): /ænt/
Example Sentences
- My little brother watches ants like they're his favorite TV show.
- The picnic was invaded by an army of ants demanding their share of sandwiches.
- She has been as busy as an ant preparing for the exam.
ant
NOUN[/ænt/]
a small insect that lives in organized groups and is known for being hardworking
A tiny ant carries a breadcrumb three times its size across the picnic blanket.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'ant' derives from Old English 'æmette', which evolved from a common Germanic root. The term has cognates across many Germanic languages, reflecting an ancient Proto-Germanic origin for this common insect.
Breakdown
Old English 'æmette' underwent sound changes characteristic of English phonetic evolution: the initial vowel shifted and the final syllables were reduced, eventually yielding the modern monosyllabic form 'ant'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My little brother watches ants like they're his favorite TV show.”
“The picnic was invaded by an army of ants demanding their share of sandwiches.”
“She has been as busy as an ant preparing for the exam.”
“The ant farm in our classroom is more organized than my desk.”
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