ergatoid

/ˌɜːɡəˈtoʊɪd, ˈɜːɡətoʊɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or characteristic of an ergatoid ant, especially one that is larger and more worker-like than the typical female ant

“The researcher studied ergatoid ants that had evolved unique social behaviors.”

2. noun

an ergatoid ant or any other animal that exhibits ergatoid characteristics

“The ergatoid in the colony played a crucial role in foraging for food.”

Synonyms

  • ergatoid ant
  • ergatoidal

Antonyms

  • drones
  • gynes