Pharaoh ant

or Pharaoh's ant


noun

a red or yellow ant, Monomorium pharaonis, introduced from Europe into North America: a common household pest.

Origin of Pharaoh ant

First recorded in 1905–10

British Dictionary definitions for pharaoh ant

Pharaoh ant

Pharaoh's ant


noun

a small yellowish-red ant, Monomorium pharaonis, of warm regions: accidentally introduced into many countries, infesting heated buildings