moth
Americannoun
plural
moths-
any of numerous insects of the order Lepidoptera, generally distinguished from the butterflies by having feathery antennae and by having crepuscular or nocturnal habits.
noun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of moth
before 950; Middle English motthe, Old English moththe; akin to German Motte, Old Norse motti
Example Sentences
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Swarbrick said he was keen to hear about similar stories to his own, after he bought an abandoned farm not far from Raynor and Moth in north Wales.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
The BBC asked both Raynor and Moth a series of questions and requested an interview for Secrets of the Salt Path, which they declined.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
Companies House lists Tim Walker as the director, and Sally Walker as a shareholder - the legal names of Raynor and Moth Winn, who at the time were living near Pwllheli in north Wales.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
In response to the growing use of Christian symbols at, for example, rallies organised by the far-right activist Tommy Robinson, Bishop Moth has talked of his concern.
From BBC • Dec. 19, 2025
Seven was a bit surprised that Valley hadn’t been sorted into Moth House, but it was probably the dependable friend part.
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
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