larva
What is another word for larva? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The early, immature form of an insect or amphibian after hatching, before it changes into its adult shape.
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How to use larva
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
insect larva
larval stage
Etymology
From Latin larva, originally meaning "ghost" or "mask" — the idea being that the larval form disguises the adult creature within.
Full origin of larva →Frequently asked questions
What does “larva” mean?
The word “larva” means the early, immature form of an insect or amphibian after hatching, before it changes into its adult shape. In plain terms, the wormlike or tadpole-like young stage of an animal before it grows into its adult form.
How do you pronounce “larva”?
“Larva” is pronounced LAH-vuh (/ˈlɑɹ.və/ in IPA).
How do you use “larva” in a sentence?
Here is “larva” used in a sentence: “The larva will spend weeks eating leaves before forming a chrysalis.”
What part of speech is “larva”?
“Larva” is a noun.
Where does the word “larva” come from?
The word “larva” comes from Latin. From Latin larva, originally meaning "ghost" or "mask" — the idea being that the larval form disguises the adult creature within.
