pest
/pɛst/
noun
- An insect or small animal that damages crops, food, or property.
- The garden was overrun with pests, so we had to spray a natural repellent.
- Mice are common household pests that can chew through wires and contaminate food.
- Farmers use nets to protect their vegetables from pests like aphids and caterpillars.
- A person who is annoying or causes trouble.
- Stop being a pest and let me finish my homework in peace.
- That guy at the party was a pest, following everyone around and talking nonstop.
- My little brother can be a real pest when he keeps asking for my phone.