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in·sect

insect

 
 
pronunciation:
In sekt
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: any of a group of small invertebrate animals that have segmented bodies, three pairs of legs, and usually one or two sets of wings. An insect's body is segmented into head, thorax, and abdomen.
 
similar words:
bug
definition 2: (informal) any small animal similar to true insects, such as a spider or centipede.
Close the window; you'll let the insects in.
similar words:
bug
definition 3: a contemptible person.
That insect broke my daughter's heart and stole all the money she had.
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