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luna moth

noun lu·na moth \ˈlü-nə-\

Definition of LUNA MOTH

:  a large mostly pale green American saturniid moth (Actias luna) with long tails on the hind wings
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Origin of LUNA MOTH

New Latin luna (specific epithet of Actias luna), from Latin, moon
First Known Use: 1869

Rhymes with LUNA MOTH

behemoth, gypsy moth, tablecloth, tiger moth

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