emmet
2 synonyms for emmet, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An ant (used in some regional English dialects, especially in the West Country).
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
pismire
How to use emmet
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a line of emmets
summer emmets
Informal and regional — you would not use "emmet" in formal writing outside of dialect contexts.
Etymology
From Old English aemete, meaning "ant" — the same word that gives us "ant" itself. The tourist sense grew later in southwest England, comparing the swarms of summer visitors to a line of ants.
Full origin of emmet →Frequently asked questions
What does “emmet” mean?
The word “emmet” means an ant (used in some regional English dialects, especially in the West Country). In plain terms, either a regional word for an ant, or (in Cornwall/Devon slang) a slightly teasing name for a tourist.
How do you pronounce “emmet”?
“Emmet” is pronounced EH-miht (/ˈɛmɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “emmet” in a sentence?
Here is “emmet” used in a sentence: “A line of emmets marched across the garden path.”
What part of speech is “emmet”?
“Emmet” is a noun.
Where does the word “emmet” come from?
The word “emmet” comes from Old English. From Old English aemete, meaning "ant" — the same word that gives us "ant" itself. The tourist sense grew later in southwest England, comparing the swarms of summer visitors to a line of ants.
How many meanings does “emmet” have?
“Emmet” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an ant (used in some regional English dialects, especially in the West Country).
