1. organisms or pests that infest a place, host, or substance; plural of infestant
Usage: technical/scientific term; commonly used in pest control, agriculture, and medical contexts

Examples

• The farmer sprayed pesticide to eliminate the infestants damaging the crops.
• Common household infestants include cockroaches, ants, and bedbugs.
• The doctor identified several infestants in the patient's intestinal tract.
• Infestants such as termites can cause significant structural damage to buildings.
• The exterminator recommended regular inspections to prevent infestants from establishing colonies.
• Grain storage facilities must be protected from infestants like weevils and moths.