noun
- plural of moth; nocturnal insects similar to butterflies but typically having feathery antennae and dull-colored wings
Examples
- Moths are attracted to bright lights at night.
- The wool sweater had holes from clothes moths.
- Several moths flew around the porch light.
- Moths have fuzzy bodies and feathery antennae.
- The garden attracts many different species of moths.
- Moths are important pollinators for night-blooming flowers.