word
Termite
TUR-myt
/ˈtɜːrmaɪt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
termite
Dictionary meaning
Whitish soft-bodied ant-like social insect that feeds on wood.
Examples
- I can hear the termites nibbling on the side of the house while I sleep.
Synonyms: white ant
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