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ant lion
noun
Definition of ANT LION
: any of various neuropterous insects (as of the genus Myrmeleon) having long-jawed larvae that feed on insects (as ants) and including some that dig conical pits to capture prey
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1815
ANT LION Defined for Kids
ant lion
noun
Definition of ANT LION for Kids
: an insect having a larva form with long jaws that digs a cone-shaped hole in which it waits for prey (as ants)
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