skadedyr — meaning in English

English meaning

• pest noun An insect or animal that damages crops, spreads disease, or is otherwise harmful.
• vermin noun Small animals, especially rodents or insects, considered pests because they damage crops, spread disease, or cause a nuisance.

Senses

skadedyr is used for these senses in English:

• vermin Any of various common types of small insects or other animals which cause harm and annoyance. [from c. 1300]

pest — full definition

1. noun An insect or animal that damages crops, spreads disease, or is otherwise harmful.
2. noun An annoying person, especially one who keeps bothering others.

vermin — full definition

1. noun Small animals, especially rodents or insects, considered pests because they damage crops, spread disease, or cause a nuisance.
2. noun An offensive term for a despicable or contemptible person.

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