Insectivore

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Pronunciation: /ɪnˈsɛktɪvɔr/

Definitions of insectivore

noun An animal that feeds primarily on insects

Example Sentences

A1 An insectivore is an animal that primarily eats insects.

A2 Some birds, like the robin, are considered insectivores because they mainly feed on insects.

B1 Insectivores play a crucial role in controlling insect populations in ecosystems.

B2 Hedgehogs are well-known insectivores that consume a variety of insects and other invertebrates.

C1 Certain bat species are specialized insectivores, relying solely on insects for their diet.

C2 Researchers study the feeding habits of insectivores to better understand their impact on ecosystems.

Examples of insectivore in a Sentence

formal The insectivore's diet consists mainly of insects and other small invertebrates.

informal My pet lizard is an insectivore, so I have to make sure to feed it plenty of crickets.

slang That bird is a real insectivore, always swooping down to catch bugs in mid-air.

figurative As an insectivore of knowledge, she devours books and articles to satisfy her curiosity.

Grammatical Forms of insectivore

past tense

insectivored

plural

insectivores

comparative

more insectivorous

superlative

most insectivorous

present tense

insectivores

future tense

will insectivore

perfect tense

have insectivored

continuous tense

is insectivoring

singular

insectivore

positive degree

insectivorous

infinitive

to insectivore

gerund

insectivoring

participle

insectivored

Origin and Evolution of insectivore

First Known Use: 1838 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'insectivore' comes from the Latin words 'insectum' meaning 'insect' and 'vorare' meaning 'to devour'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to animals that primarily feed on insects, the term 'insectivore' has evolved to encompass a broader group of animals that consume a variety of invertebrates, not just insects.