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1. n. Insecte. | |
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insect | |
1. n. An arthropod in the class Insecta, characterized by six legs, up to four wings, and a chitinous exoskeleton. | ![](https://www.lexisrex.com/query_button.png?1) |
Our shed has several insect infestions, including ants, yellowjackets, and wasps. | ![](https://www.lexisrex.com/query_button.png?1) |
2. n. (colloquial) Any small arthropod similar to an insect including spiders, centipedes, millipedes, etc | ![](https://www.lexisrex.com/query_button.png?1) |
The swamp is swarming with every sort of insect. | ![](https://www.lexisrex.com/query_button.png?1) |
3. n. (derogatory) A contemptible or powerless person. | ![](https://www.lexisrex.com/query_button.png?1) |
The manager’s assistant was the worst sort of insect. | ![](https://www.lexisrex.com/query_button.png?1) |