entomophagous Definition
feeding on insects.
Using entomophagous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "entomophagous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
Some birds are entomophagous and feed on insects.
Example
Entomophagous plants attract and trap insects for their nutrients.
entomophagous Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for entomophagous
- insectivorous
- entomophilous
Origins of entomophagous
from Greek 'entomon', meaning 'insect', and 'phagein', meaning 'to eat'
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Summary: entomophagous in Brief
The term 'entomophagous' [en-tuh-mof-uh-guhs] refers to organisms that feed on insects. This includes birds and plants that attract and trap insects for their nutrients.
