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vermin

/ˈvɝmɪn/ noun C2
  1. Any of various common types of small insects or other animals which cause harm and annoyance. · The area was crawling with all sorts of vermin: fleas, lice, mice, and rats to name a few. Thus, we felt as if vermin were crawling over us.
  2. An animal that preys on game, such as a fox or a weasel.
  3. An obnoxious or mean and offensive person. · Bring these vermin to the Palace of Justice.

Plural vermins

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