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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

larvae

/ˈlærviː/ noun · British & US
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What does larvae mean?

noun

The immature stages in the life cycle of insects, such as beetles, flies, and butterflies, which undergo a complete transformation before reaching their adult form.

Example

"The larvae of the monarch butterfly feed on milkweed plants before pupating and emerging as adult butterflies."

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