ANTHILL - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a mound of earth made by ants as they dig their nest

Categories: Knoll, Mound, Hillock, Hummock, Hammock

Synonyms

Formicary, Anthill

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "anthill" comes from Old English ǣmethyll, which comes from Middle English ametehul.

🔗 Related Words

ant – A related word in the same word family.

hill – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Old English shared many words with Old Norse due to Viking settlements in England.

🎵 Words that Rhyme with Anthill