polyergus

/ˌpɒlɪˈɛɡrəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of ant that is a slave-maker, characterized by its ability to enslave and dominate colonies of other ant species.

“The polyergus ant is a fascinating example of evolutionary adaptation and social hierarchy in insect colonies.”

Synonyms

  • ant slave
  • slave-maker

Antonyms

  • dominant
  • master