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Termes

Termes

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A group of termite species that eat wood and live in colonies
  • noun
  • /ˈtɜrmɪz/
  • Specialized
: Termes
  • Did you know that Termes can cause significant damage to wooden structures?

Examples

  • Scientists discovered a new species belonging to the genus Termes in the rainforest.

  • The soldiers of Termes have strong mandibles for defending their nests.

  • Many Termes colonies play an important role in decomposing dead wood in ecosystems.

  • The genus Termes includes many species that thrive in tropical climates.

  • Many Termes colonies play an important role in decomposing dead wood in ecosystems.

  • Scientists discovered a new species belonging to the genus Termes in the rainforest.

  • The genus Termes includes many species that thrive in tropical climates.

Surface Forms

Termes singular
Termes plural

Etymology

Termes takes its name from Latin termes, which meant 'woodworm' or 'wood-eating insect', and it is the source of the English word termite. That's why the name is used for this group of insects that feed on wood and help break down dead trees.