Meaning of the word pests in English

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pests

US /pɛsts/
UK /pɛsts/

Plural Noun

1.

destructive insects or other animals that attack crops, food, livestock, etc.

Example:
Farmers use pesticides to control agricultural pests.
Rats and mice are common household pests.
2.

annoying people or things

Example:
My little brother can be such a pest sometimes.
These telemarketing calls are real pests.
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