Meaning of the word "field ant" in English

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field ant

US /ˈfiːld ˌænt/

UK /ˈfiːld ˌænt/

any of various ants of the genus Formica, typically building large nests in fields or woodlands

Example:

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We saw a large colony of field ants near the hiking trail.

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Field ants are known for their aggressive behavior when their nest is disturbed.

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