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Meaning of pavement ant
The primary meaning of "pavement ant" refers to a type of ant that commonly infests pavements and buildings.
Etymology of pavement ant
The term "pavement ant" is derived from the fact that these ants often nest in or under pavements, sidewalks, and other outdoor structures.
The word "ant" itself comes from Old English "æmet" or "æmt", which is related to other Germanic words for the insect.
Synonyms
little black ant
odorous house ant
sugar ant
house ant
field ant
red ant
fire ant
harvester ant
carpenter ant
pharaoh ant
argentine ant
rover ant
ghost ant
crazy ant
yellow ant
acrobat ant
bigheaded ant
whitefooted ant
silky ant
fungus-growing ant
leafcutter ant
army ant
driver ant
turtle ant
spiny ant
honeypot ant
desert ant
winter ant
moisture ant
lawn ant
turf ant
thatch ant
mound ant
nest ant
colony ant
forager ant
worker ant
soldier ant
queen ant
Definitions
- A small, dark-colored ant that typically lives in large colonies and is often found in or near pavements, buildings, and other structures.
- * A type of ant belonging to the genus Tetramorium, characterized by its dark color and distinctive habits.
Usage Examples
- Pavement ants can be a nuisance in urban areas, as they often infest buildings and homes.
- * The pavement ant is a common pest species that can be controlled with insecticides and other methods.
- * Pavement ants are known for their ability to excavate complex networks of tunnels and nests in soil and other materials.
Antonyms
beneficial insect
helpful creature
useful animal
harmless pest
welcome guest
desirable organism
advantageous species
favorable creature
benign being
innocuous entity
non-threatening creature
pest-free organism
antless environment
insectless space
creatureless area
organismless zone
harmless environment
non-hazardous space