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carpet moth

/ˈkɑːpɪt mɒθ/

Traducción: Pequeña polilla cuyas larvas se alimentan de fibras naturales como lana, seda y pelo, causando daños en alfombras, ropa y tapicería del hogar.

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/ˈkɑːpɪt mɒθ/B2formaltechnical
  • esPequeña polilla cuyas larvas se alimentan de fibras naturales como lana, seda y pelo, causando daños en alfombras, ropa y tapicería del hogar.

A small insect whose larvae feed on natural fibers like wool, silk, and fur, often causing damage to carpets, clothing, and upholstery in homes.

  1. Pest insectB2formal

    A small moth whose larvae feed on natural fibers like wool, silk, and fur, often damaging carpets and clothing.

    esPolilla de las alfombras

    • The carpet moth larvae have eaten holes in my wool rug.
    • We had to call an exterminator to deal with a carpet moth infestation.
    • Store your winter clothes in sealed bags to protect them from carpet moths.