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Definition of moth noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

picture of a moth

moth

noun

moth pronunciation English

mɒθ

moth pronunciation American

mɔːθ

a flying insect with a long thin body and four large wings, like a butterfly, but less brightly coloured. Moths fly mainly at night and are attracted to bright lights.