ant
Translation
ant
Examples
An ant is a very small insect.
An ant is a very small insect.
Ants were crawling all over the picnic blanket.
Ants were crawling all over the picnic blanket.
Grammar Patterns
((an ant)) a small insect An ant is carrying a leaf.
Similar Words
Synonyms: insect, bug
Etymology
From Old English 'ǣmete', meaning 'biter', related to the idea of biting off.
Memory Tips
Picture a tiny 'aunt' carrying a crumb. The spelling is different, but the sound can help.