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carpet moth

/ˈkɑːpɪt mɒθ/

Tradução: Pequeno inseto cujas larvas se alimentam de fibras naturais como lã, seda e pelo, causando danos a tapetes, roupas e estofados em residências.

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/ˈkɑːpɪt mɒθ/B2formaltechnical
  • ptPequeno inseto cujas larvas se alimentam de fibras naturais como lã, seda e pelo, causando danos a tapetes, roupas e estofados em residências.

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.

    ptTraça

    • 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.