pest
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plural
pests
plural
pests
Britannica Dictionary definition of PEST
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1
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an animal or insect that causes problems for people especially by damaging crops
— often used before another noun
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These insects/birds are pests for farmers.
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agricultural/garden pests
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mice and other household pests
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pest control/management
2
informal
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a person who bothers or annoys other people
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You're being a real pest. Would you leave us alone, please?
