anting


ant·ing

noun \ˈan-tiŋ\

Definition of ANTING

: bird behavior in which ants are rubbed on the feathers to obtain chemicals (as formic acid) from the ants

First Known Use of ANTING

1936

Rhymes with ANTING

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