Archaic:
* Pismire: This is the most common archaic term for ant. It's derived from the Old English word "pisemire," which means "ant."
* Emmet: This word is still used in some dialects, particularly in the British Isles.
Dialect:
* Douse: This is a word used in some parts of England, especially in the south.
* Puddler: This word is primarily used in the American South.
* Bug: While not specific to ants, "bug" was often used as a general term for insects, including ants, in the past.
Other terms:
* Black ant: This is a term for the common black garden ant.
* Carpenter ant: This is a term for a species of ant known for damaging wood.
* Fire ant: This is a term for a species of ant known for its painful sting.
The specific term used would depend on the region and the time period.