Insect

usgb/ˈɪnsekt/
noun

A small creature with a hard cover around its body, three parts to its body and six legs.

The butterfly is a beautiful type of insect.
Visual representation of "insect" - A small creature with a hard cover around its body, three parts to its body and six legs.

Often appears as...

  • flying insect
  • biting insect
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Biology Context

Often used in biology to refer to a specific class of arthropods, excluding spiders and crustaceans.

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In biology class, we studied how insects like bees play a role in pollination.
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Entomology Field

The scientific study of insects is called entomology; 'insect' encompasses many species studied in this field.

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She is an entomologist who specializes in the behavior of social insects.
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Diverse Species

Insects encompass a vast range of species with different colors, sizes, and habitats.

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The Amazon rainforest is home to countless insect species, including many types of butterflies.
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