Meaning
The practice of some birds of rubbing live ants or occasionally other items into the feathers, possibly as a means of controlling parasites.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
From ant + -ing.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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