Definitions

1. noun

A small, typically social, insect that lives in colonies and feeds on sweet substances, often found in gardens and homes.

“The little ant was crawling across the kitchen counter.”

2. noun

A unit of time, equal to one billionth of a second.

“The measurement of the electron’s decay time was given in ants.”

3. verb

To move or crawl slowly and laboriously, especially with a sense of determination.

“She anted her way up the steep hill.”

4. verb

To annoy or irritate someone.

“The constant noise aneted on my nerves.”