Definitions

1. noun

A moth or a caterpillar, especially one that feeds on silk or other fabrics, often causing damage to clothing or other textiles.

“The polillas in the attic were a major problem for the homeowner, destroying expensive clothing and blankets.”

2. noun

A small moth or a larva of a moth, typically one that eats silk or other fabrics.

“The polillas found in the old trunk were a sign of the fabric’s age and neglect.”

3. noun

In Latin American Spanish, a small moth or a caterpillar.

“The polillas in the garden were a nuisance to the gardener, eating through the leaves of his prize-winning plants.”