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clothes moth

/ˈkləʊðz mɒθ/

Traduction: Petit insecte dont les larves se nourrissent de fibres naturelles telles que la laine, la fourrure et les plumes, causant souvent des dommages aux vêtements et aux textiles entreposés dans les placards ou les tiroirs.

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/ˈkləʊðz mɒθ/B2formalscientific
  • frPetit insecte dont les larves se nourrissent de fibres naturelles telles que la laine, la fourrure et les plumes, causant souvent des dommages aux vêtements et aux textiles entreposés dans les placards ou les tiroirs.

A small insect whose larvae feed on natural fibers like wool, fur, and feathers, often causing damage to clothing and textiles stored in closets or drawers.

  1. Insect that damages fabricB2formal

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

    frmite des vêtements

    • She found holes in her sweater caused by clothes moths.
    • To prevent clothes moths, store woolens in sealed bags.
    • The infestation of clothes moths ruined several antique rugs.