What is another word for myrmecophile?
Pronunciation: [mˈɪəmˌɛkəfˌa͡ɪl] (IPA) 
Myrmecophile refers to an organism that lives in association with ants. There are several synonyms for myrmecophile such as ant-associated, ant-loving, ant-dependent, ant-commensal and ant-symbiote. Ant-associated denotes an organism that lives together with ants for mutual benefits. Ant-loving suggests an organism that has an affinity for ants and prefers to reside in close proximity to them. Ant-dependent refers to an organism that relies on ants for survival. Ant-commensal denotes an organism that lives with ants without causing significant harm or benefit. Ant-symbiote suggests an organism that has a mutually beneficial relationship with ants. These synonyms are useful for describing different types of organisms that live in association with ants.
