Cankerworm definition
The larva of either of two geometrid moths (Paleacrita vernata or Alsophila pometaria), destructive to fruit and shade trees.
noun
Any of several larvae of geometrid moths that are harmful to fruit and shade trees, esp. the spring cankerworm (Paleacrita vernata) that feeds on fruit and foliage.
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Either of two caterpillars, the larvae of geometrid moths, that are destructive to fruit, buds and leaves.
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Other Word Forms
Noun
Singular:
cankerworm
Plural:
cankerworms