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The correct spelling is insect.
How to pronounce insect
/ˈɪnsɛkt/
nounIPA: /ˈɪnsɛkt/
Say it like: Ins-ect
The correct spelling is insect. An arthropod in the class Insecta, characterized by six legs, up to four wings, and a chitinous exoskeleton. For example: "Our shed has several insect infestions, including ants, yellowjackets, and wasps."
Usage Examples
“Our shed has several insect infestions, including ants, yellowjackets, and wasps.”
“The swamp is swarming with every sort of insect.”
“The manager’s assistant was the worst sort of insect.”
Definition
noun
- 1.An arthropod in the class Insecta, characterized by six legs, up to four wings, and a chitinous exoskeleton.
- 2.Any small arthropod similar to an insect including spiders, centipedes, millipedes, etc
- 3.A contemptible or powerless person.
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