noun
- the larva of any of various insects that constructs and lives in a protective case or covering made of silk, leaves, sand, or other materials
Usage: commonly used in entomology and natural history contexts
Examples
- The caseworm of the clothes moth can damage fabrics in your home.
- Entomologists study caseworms to understand insect behavior and development.
- A caseworm carries its protective case wherever it moves.
- The larva remains inside its case until it is ready to pupate.
- Caseworms are found in many different habitats, from forests to gardens.