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MOTH/mɒθ/

A moth is an insect like a butterfly that often flies at night and comes towards lights. Countable: a moth, moths. A fly is smaller and bothers you in the day; a moth is often larger and softer. Clothes moths can make holes in jumpers. Not month (January, February…) — extra n.

Meaning

An insect like a butterfly that often flies at night and is attracted to lights.

Examples

• “A moth is on the lamp.”
• “A moth flew around the lamp.”
• “There are moth holes in this old jumper.”

Good to know

a moth (often night). Contrast: fly (day, smaller). Mix-up: month. Can damage clothes.

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