Fireworm
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Fireworm is a noun meaning The larva of any of several tortricid moths (family Tortricidae).
Meaning
The larva of any of several tortricid moths (family Tortricidae).
More Meanings
- The bearded fireworm, Hermodice carunculata, a species of polychaete in family Amphinomidae, which may cause pain if touched.
- The golden fireworm, Chloeia flava, a species of polychaete.
Word Forms
- fireworms
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include basketworm, fruitworm, inchworm, budworm, tortrix, wolf.
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