Definition

Describing a social structure where individuals live together in a cooperative group, often with one female and multiple males reproducing, while others care for the young or support the group.

Example

Ants and bees are examples of eusocial animals that work together to raise their young and maintain their colonies.

Conversation

Did you know that some insects are considered eusocial?

Yeah, like bees and ants, right?

Exactly! They have such interesting social structures.

I love learning about how they work together to raise their young.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eusocial → It is formed from "eu-" (from Greek "eu", meaning good or well) and "social" (from Latin "socialis", meaning of companionship or ally). The word "eusocial" refers to a social structure that is well-organized and cooperative, typically seen in certain animal species like ants and bees.

Memory Tip

Think of 'eu-' meaning 'good' and 'social' relating to companionship — together they describe a highly organized and cooperative social structure.

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