nettle-tap en · NOUN
Etymology
From nettle + tap, because of the distinctive way at least one species flies along the tops of nettle plants.
Meanings
- Certain moths of the family Choreutidae such as Anthophila fabriciana (syn. Simaethis fabriciana), Prochoreutis myllerana (syn. Simaethis myllerana), and Choreutis pariana (syn.Simaethis pariana)
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| nettle-taps | Number=Plur | lexicographic |