Meaning & Definition of Caterpillar in English
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Caterpillar
/kætəpɪlər/
noun
1. A wormlike and often brightly colored and hairy or spiny larva of a butterfly or moth
synonym:
- caterpillar
2. A large tracked vehicle that is propelled by two endless metal belts
- Frequently used for moving earth in construction and farm work
synonym:
- Caterpillar,
- cat
Examples of using
The caterpillar turned into a butterfly.
A butterfly is a mature caterpillar.
This caterpillar will become a beautiful butterfly.