redback

/ˈrɛdbæk/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of venomous Australian spider of the genus Latrodectus

“The hiker encountered a redback in the bush and had to be treated for its bite.”

2. noun

a type of Australian ant, specifically a red or reddish-brown coloured ant, particularly the species Polyrachis fusca

“The redback ants infested the picnic area and ruined the outdoor event.”

Synonyms

  • Latrodectus spider
  • Polyrachis fusca
  • red ant
  • venomous spider

Antonyms

  • harmless spider
  • non-venomous spider