vermin
1 synonym for vermin, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Small animals, especially rodents or insects, considered pests because they damage crops, spread disease, or cause a nuisance.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Old French vermine, from Vulgar Latin verminum, a collective term built from Latin vermis ("worm").
Full origin of vermin →Frequently asked questions
What does “vermin” mean?
The word “vermin” means small animals, especially rodents or insects, considered pests because they damage crops, spread disease, or cause a nuisance. In plain terms, pest animals like rats and mice — or, as an insult, worthless or despicable people.
How do you pronounce “vermin”?
“Vermin” is pronounced VUR-mihn (/ˈvɝmɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “vermin” in a sentence?
Here is “vermin” used in a sentence: “The old barn was infested with vermin.”
What part of speech is “vermin”?
“Vermin” is a noun.
Where does the word “vermin” come from?
The word “vermin” comes from Vulgar Latin. From Old French vermine, from Vulgar Latin verminum, a collective term built from Latin vermis ("worm").
How many meanings does “vermin” have?
“Vermin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: small animals, especially rodents or insects, considered pests because they damage crops, spread disease, or cause a nuisance.
