Meaning & Definition of word "Emmet"
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Emmet
/ˈɛmɪt/
noun:
- 1. An ant, especially a common or small variety
- Example: The garden was bustling with emmets as they scurried to and fro.
- 2. A term used in certain dialects to refer to a simpleton or foolish person.
- Example: He may be an emmet, but he has a heart of gold.
Etymology
Middle English 'emete', from Old English 'ǣmete', related to similar words in other Germanic languages.
Common Phrases and Expressions
busy as an emmet:
Very busy and industrious, like ants.
emmet mind:
A term used to refer to a simple or straightforward way of thinking.
Related Words
ant:
A small insect known for living in colonies.
insect:
A small arthropod animal that has six legs and generally one or two pairs of wings.
Slang Meanings of emmet
Meaning: A person perceived as pedestrian or lacking sophistication.
Example Sentence: He's a real emmet when it comes to fashion.
Meaning: A naive or gullible person.
Example Sentence: Don’t be such an emmet; read the fine print!