The TERMITE is a wood eater, which is a seven-letter crossword solution for the term 'WOOD EATER'. Termites are small insects that feed on dead plant material, such as wood, leaves, and grass. They are found in many parts of the world, including tropical and subtropical regions. Termites are important decomposers in the environment, breaking down dead wood and other organic matter into nutrients that can be used by plants and other organisms.