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Meaning of driver ant
The primary meaning of "driver ant" refers to a type of ant known for its aggressive and nomadic behavior.
Etymology of driver ant
The term "driver ant" is derived from the ants' behavior of driving out or overwhelming other animals, including humans, with their large swarms.
The word "ant" originates from Old English "æmet" or "æmt", which is also related to other Germanic languages, such as Old Norse "maðr" and Old High German "ameiz".
Synonyms
army ant
safari ant
driver ant swarm
legionnaire ant
forager ant
harvester ant
leafcutter ant
cutter ant
soldier ant
worker ant
foraging ant
marching ant
column ant
trail ant
raid ant
swarm ant
marauding ant
pillaging ant
predatory ant
invasive ant
nomadic ant
wandering ant
roving ant
scavenging ant
opportunistic ant
aggressive ant
fierce ant
formidable ant
Definitions
- A type of ant that forms large swarms, known for their aggressive foraging behavior and ability to overwhelm and drive out other animals.
- * A highly social and organized insect that lives in large colonies with distinct castes.
Usage Examples
- The driver ants marched across the savannah in a vast, unstoppable column.
- * The safari guides warned us about the driver ant swarms that could be deadly to humans.
- * In some parts of Africa, driver ants are considered a delicacy and are eaten roasted or fried.
Antonyms
solitary insect
sedentary creature
non-aggressive animal
non-social insect
sluggish creature
slow-moving animal
timid beast
non-invasive species
non-predatory insect
peaceful creature
calm animal
serene being
docile insect
gentle creature