moth
Translation
moth
Examples
A moth was flying around the light.
A moth was flying around the light.
Moths have eaten holes in my sweater.
Moths have eaten holes in my sweater.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) an insect similar to a butterfly but mainly nocturnal A moth was flying around the light.
Similar Words
Antonyms: butterfly (often contrasted)
Etymology
From Old English 'moþþe', related to 'maggot'.
Memory Tips
Moths are often attracted to light, like a person drawn 'to' something. Also, 'moth' rhymes with 'cloth', which some moths eat.