Insekt

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See also: insekt

German

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Latin insecta (18th century).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ɪnˈzɛkt/
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Noun

Insekt n (mixed, genitive Insektes or Insekts, plural Insekten)

  1. insect
    Synonyms: Kerbtier, Kerf
    • 1775, Naturgeschichte zum Gebrauche der Jugend, Landshut, page 125:
      Die Insekte machen die zahlreichste Classe von Thieren aus[.]
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Luxembourgish

Etymology

From German Insekt.

Pronunciation

Noun

Insekt n (plural Insekten)

  1. insect