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moth

🇬🇧 UK/mɒθ/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

A usually nocturnal flying insect similar to a butterfly, with feathery antennae; some species damage clothing or crops.

蛾

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
mothother
=moth

Common Collocations

  • 1.night moth夜间蛾
  • 2.clothes moth衣蛾
  • 3.moth wing蛾翅膀

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The [moth] fluttered around the porch light at night.

  • 2.

    Clothes [moths] can damage delicate fabrics if not prevented.

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