vespid

/ˈvɛspɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

Any of various stinging wasps, especially those of the family Vespidae, such as yellowjackets and hornets.

“The park ranger warned people to avoid the vespids that were building a nest near the playground.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of vespids or their nests.

“The biologist studied the vespids’ social behavior in their natural habitat.”

Synonyms

  • hornet
  • wasp

Antonyms

  • bee
  • butterfly