basketworm
/ˈbæskɪtwɜrm/Definitions
1. noun
A type of moth larva, particularly the larvae of the moth species Parasemia plantaginis.
“The gardener was worried about the damage caused by the basketworms to the garden’s leaves.”
2. noun
A type of caterpillar that resembles a basket in shape or structure.
“The basketworm in the forest was a fascinating sight for the entomologist.”