ant

is composed of (insect) and (justice). represents insects, while means what is appropriate or fitting. Therefore, is used to refer to a type of insect that lives in groups and has a strict division of labor. In a community with a strict division of labor, every member must act appropriately in order for the group to function properly.

Vocabulary of 蟻

  • 蟻丘 (anthill)
  • 蟻后 (queen ant)

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