1. a large mammal of southern Africa that feeds on ants and termites, having a long snout and powerful claws for digging

Examples

• The antbear used its strong claws to tear open the termite mound.
• We spotted an antbear foraging for insects during our safari.
• The antbear’s long tongue helps it capture ants from deep tunnels.
• Local farmers sometimes see antbears digging in their fields at night.
• The antbear is also known as an aardvark in many parts of the world.
• With its pig-like snout, the antbear can smell insects underground.