1. structures built by termites, especially large mound-like nests
Usage: technical; biology

Examples

• The African savanna was dotted with massive termitaria rising several feet above the ground.
• Scientists studied the complex ventilation systems within the termitaria.
• The termitaria provided shelter for various other insects and small animals.
• Some termitaria can reach heights of over 20 feet and house millions of termites.
• The researchers mapped the distribution of termitaria across the grassland ecosystem.