myrmicid

/ˈmɜrmɪsɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A destroyer of ants, especially an insectivorous bird or a small mammal.

“The myrmicid bird was a welcome addition to the garden, controlling the ant population.”

Synonyms

  • ant destroyer
  • ant-eater

Antonyms

  • ant cultivator
  • ant-keeper