noun
- small, pale insects that live in colonies and feed on wood and other plant materials, often causing damage to buildings and furniture
Examples
- The old house was severely damaged by termites.
- We need to call an exterminator because we found termites in the basement.
- Termites can destroy wooden structures if left untreated.
- The inspector discovered termite damage in the foundation.
- Some species of termites build large mounds in the ground.
- Termites work together in organized colonies like ants and bees.