Meaning Of The Word Bollworm

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What's The Definition Of Bollworm?

bollworm in American English
a kind of moth larva (Platyedra gossypiella) that feeds on developing cotton bolls, ears of corn, tomatoes, etc.
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bollworm in British English
noun: any of various moth caterpillars, such as Pectinophora (or Platyedra) gossypiella ( pink bollworm), that feed on and destroy cotton bolls

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