termite
noun/ˈtɜrmaɪt/
Frequency rank: #16,078 most common English word
Meaning
A small, pale insect that lives in colonies and feeds on wood, often causing structural damage to buildings.
Example sentence
The wooden beams in the old house were badly damaged by termite activity.
Synonyms & related words
- woodworm
- borer
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