codling moth

a nearly cosmopolitan small moth (Cydia pomenella) whose larva bores into and destroys apples, pears, quinces, etc.

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also codlin moth

noun

A small grayish moth (Carpocapsa pomonella) whose larvae are destructive to various fruits, especially apples.

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