Meaning of the word cutworm in English
What does cutworm mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cutworm
US /ˈkʌtˌwɜrm/
UK /ˈkʌtˌwɜːm/
Noun
the larva of a noctuid moth, which lives in the soil and cuts off young plants at or just below the surface
Example:
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The gardener found several cutworms damaging his tomato plants.
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To protect young seedlings, gardeners often use collars to deter cutworms.