1. A small, wingless insect with a flattened body and long antennae, found in warm, dark places such as kitchens and bathrooms.
Usage: Also called a silverfish relative; belongs to the order Thysanura; Common household pest

Examples

• The firebrat scurried across the kitchen counter when the light came on.
• Firebrats thrive in warm, humid environments like bathrooms and basements.
• Unlike silverfish, firebrats prefer even hotter temperatures.
• The exterminator identified the small insects as firebrats rather than cockroaches.
• Firebrats feed on starch and can damage paper and fabric in homes.