trichophaga

Term: Trichophaga

Description:

Trichophaga is a genus of moths belonging to the family Tineidae. These small insects are commonly known as carpet moths or tapestry moths due to their preference for feeding on natural fibers like wool or silk.

Senses and Usages:

Sense: Genus of Moths
- Noun: Trichophaga is a diverse genus of moths with numerous species.
- Example Sentence: The Trichophaga genus includes the Trichophaga tapetzella, which can cause significant damage to antique carpets.
Sense: Carpet Moths
- Noun: Trichophaga moths are known for their destructive feeding habits.
- Example Sentence: The infestation of Trichophaga moths ruined the expensive Persian rug.
Sense: Tapestry Moths
- Noun: Trichophaga species have a tendency to attack tapestries and other woven fabrics.
- Example Sentence: The delicate tapestry was carefully stored to prevent any damage caused by Trichophaga tapestry moths.

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Definitions from WordNet

Noun trichophaga has 1 sense

Trichophaga, genus Trichophaga - carpet moths
--₁ is a kind of arthropod genus
--₁ is a member of Tineidae, family Tineidae
--₁ has members: carpet moth, tapestry moth, Trichophaga tapetzella

Definitions from the Web

tricholoma venenata tricholomataceae trichomanes trichomanes boschianum trichomanes reniforme trichomanes speciosum trichomonad trichomoniasis trichophaga trichophaga tapetzella trichophyton trichoptera trichopteran trichopteron trichopterous insect trichostema trichostema dichotomum

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