spindleworm en · NOUN
Etymology
From spindle + worm.
Meanings
- (rare) The larva of a noctuid moth (Achatodes zeae) which feeds inside the stalks of maize. It is smooth, with a black head and tail and a row of black dots across each segment.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| spindleworms | Number=Plur | lexicographic |