harvestmen

/ˈhɑrvɛstmɛn/

Definitions

1. noun

any of various arachnids of the order Opiliones, having long, thin legs and no web-spinning organs.

“The naturalist studied the behavior of harvestmen in their natural habitat.”

2. noun

a person who reaps or gathers crops, especially at the end of a growing season.

“The farmer was a skilled harvestman, able to gather his crops quickly and efficiently.”

3. plural noun

a crop or harvest, especially one that is abundant or plentiful.

“The village was known for its rich harvestmen every autumn.”

Synonyms

  • arachnids
  • gleaners
  • reapers

Antonyms

  • destroyers
  • pests