pest

//pɛst//
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Noun

pestSingular
pestsPlural
1

An insect or small animal that damages crops, food, or property.

Farmers use various methods to protect their crops from pests.

2

An annoying person, especially a child who bothers others.

My little brother can be such a pest when I'm trying to study.