larva
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
The young, worm-like form of an insect after it hatches from an egg, before it changes into an adult.
Usage notes
The plural is "larvae".
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The _____ will eventually spin a cocoon and emerge as a butterfly."
Answer: larva
In your own words, what does "larva" mean?
The young, worm-like form of an insect after it hatches from an egg, before it changes into an adult.
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