EARWIG
/ˈɪə(ɹ)wɪɡ/
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Definition
/ˈɪə(ɹ)wɪɡ/
noun
- Any of various insects of the order Dermaptera that have elongated bodies, large membranous wings folded underneath short leathery forewings and a pair of large pincers protruding from the rear of the abdomen.
- One who whispers insinuations; a secret counsellor.
- A flatterer.
verb
- To fill the mind of with prejudice by insinuations.
- To attempt to influence by persistent confidential argument or talk.
- To eavesdrop.
Source: Wiktionary
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