tent caterpillar en · NOUN
Meanings
- A larva belonging to any of a number of species of moths of the genus Malacosoma, known for destructive infestation of trees in which the leaves are consumed and prominent, silken tent-like structures are constructed in the branches.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| tent caterpillars | Number=Plur | lexicographic |