moth
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈmɔθ// moth
n. an insect with wings that looks like a butterfly but usually flies at night. They are often attracted to bright lights and some types eat holes in clothes.
n. a nocturnal insect of the order Lepidoptera, typically distinguished from butterflies by feathery antennae and a stouter body. Often associated with the destruction of woollen textiles in its larval stage.
A large moth is fluttering around the lamp.
She opened the old cedar chest only to find that a moth had ruined her favourite wool sweater.
While many people view the moth as a mere pest, certain species possess intricate wing patterns that provide sophisticated camouflage against the bark of specific trees.
Usage
Commonly used in the plural when referring to the damage caused to clothing.