entomophage
|en-to-mo-phage|
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/ˈɛntəmoʊˌfeɪdʒ/
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/ˈɛntəməʊˌfeɪdʒ/
insect eater
Etymology
Etymology Information
'entomophage' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'entomon' meaning 'insect' and 'phagein' meaning 'to eat'.
Historical Evolution
'entomon' and 'phagein' combined to form the modern English word 'entomophage'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'insect eater', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an organism that feeds on insects.
The entomophage plays a crucial role in controlling pest populations.
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Last updated: 2025/05/17 01:03