gnat Definition
a small two-winged fly that resembles a mosquito.
Using gnat: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gnat" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The gnat buzzed around my head.
Example
The picnic was ruined by the swarm of gnats.
Example
Gnats are attracted to light.
gnat Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with gnat
to fuss over small details while ignoring larger, more important issues
Example
He's always straining at gnats and swallowing camels, worrying about minor issues while ignoring major ones.
gnat's whisker
a very small amount or margin
Example
He won the race by a gnat's whisker.
Example
She's had a gnat up her nose all day and won't tell us why.
Summary: gnat in Brief
A 'gnat' [nat] is a small, two-winged fly that resembles a mosquito. They are often found in swarms and can be a nuisance to humans. The phrase 'strain at a gnat and swallow a camel' means to focus on small details while ignoring larger issues.
