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Pest

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Definition

A pest is an insect or animal that causes harm or damage to crops, plants, or property.

Synonyms & similar words

pestilence plague gadfly pestis cuss blighter pesterer vermin insect bug rodent critter nuisance bother annoyance irritation plague scourge blight menace intruder interloper invader marauder raider predator parasite

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