leaf tier en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈliːfˌtaɪ.ɚ/ (General-American)
- /ˈliːfˌtaɪ.ə/ (Received-Pronunciation)
Etymology
From leaf + tier. So named for the larvae tying together leaves with silk strands.
Meanings
- Several moth species whose larvae live in a folded leaf held together by silk strands.
- Any moth or larva that belongs to those species.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| leaftier | alternative | lexicographic | |
| leaf tiers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |