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Casemaking Clothes Moth

Definition: The casemaking clothes moth, scientifically known as Tinea pellionella, is a small moth species belonging to the Tineidae family. These moths are notorious for infesting textiles and causing damage to various materials made of natural fibers, especially wool, fur, and feathers.

Noun: The casemaking clothes moth refers to the adult moth or its larva that feeds on textiles.

Sample sentence:

Look out for the casemaking clothes moth in your wardrobe as its larvae can silently destroy your precious woolen sweaters and coats.

Adjective: The casemaking clothes moth is a common adjective used to describe the specific type of moth related to clothes damage.

Sample sentence:

The casemaking clothes moth infestation left a trail of damaged garments throughout the old attic.

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