|
|
ter·mite
 termite
|
|
- pronunciation:
- tuhr
maIt
- features:
- Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
A termite is an insect that eats wood. Termites have pale, soft bodies and look somewhat like ants. They live in large groups in warmer parts of the world. They can destroy trees, buildings, and other things made out of wood.
The young couple decided not to buy the house when they discovered it had termites.
|
| derivation: |
termitic (adj.) |
|
|