noun
- Plural of antlion; insects of the order Neuroptera whose larvae are predatory and often construct cone-shaped pits in sand to trap small insects.
Usage: Usually used in plural form; singular is 'antlion'; Also called 'doodlebugs' in some regions
Examples
- The antlions dug their characteristic funnel-shaped traps in the sandy soil.
- Children often watch antlions at work, observing how they catch ants in their pits.
- Antlions are beneficial insects because they help control pest populations.
- The larvae of antlions are fierce hunters despite their small size.
- In dry climates, antlions are commonly found in loose sand and dust.