FORMICARY - 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

Synonyms

Formicary, Anthill

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "formicary" comes from Latin formica.

🔗 Related Words

ary – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Medieval scholars created new Latin words for modern concepts, keeping the language alive for centuries.

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