Insects
7 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of insect; small arthropod animals with six legs, typically having wings and a segmented body. They represent the most diverse group of organisms on Earth.
“Many insects play crucial roles in pollinating plants and crops.”
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Contains -ECTS ending; two vowels I-E in sequence
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Worth 9 points; straightforward word with common letter patterns
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