locust-eater
|lo-cust-eat-er|
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/ˈloʊ.kəst ˌiː.tər/
🇬🇧
/ˈləʊ.kəst ˌiː.tə/
one who eats locusts
Etymology
Etymology Information
'locust-eater' originates from the combination of 'locust,' referring to the insect, and 'eater,' meaning one who consumes.
Historical Evolution
'Locust-eater' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who eats locusts,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or animal that consumes locusts as a primary or significant part of their diet.
The locust-eater thrived during the locust swarms.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/02 14:33