Meaning & Definition of Locust in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Any of a family of flying insects that can form large swarms and cause extensive agricultural damage.

  Example Sentence: The locusts invaded the fields, stripping the crops bare.

• Definition: A specific species of grasshopper that undergoes a transformation in behavior and morphology when population density increases.

  Example Sentence: The desert locust is known to change its behavior when in swarms.

• Definition: A reference in the Bible, symbolizing destruction or plague.

  Example Sentence: The locusts were one of the plagues sent upon Egypt.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English, from Old French 'locus', from Latin 'locusta'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• locust years: Years characterized by devastating swarms of locusts.
• like a locust swarm: Describes a destructive or overwhelming occurrence.

Translations

• Spanish: langosta

• French: sauterelle

• German: Heuschrecke

• Russian: саранча

Related Words

• grasshopper: A related insect that does not swarm.

• swarm: A large group of insects or animals moving together.

• plague: A widespread disease or destructive force.

Slang Meanings of locust

• Meaning: To swarm or invade excessively.

  Example Sentence: They locusted the beach, taking over all the space.