noun
woodlouse
Woodlouse (noun) means a small creature with a hard, segmented shell that lives outdoors in damp, dark spots such as under stones, and eats dead plants; some kinds curl into a ball when touched.
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A small creature with a hard, segmented shell that lives outdoors in damp, dark spots such as under stones, and eats dead plants; some kinds curl into a ball when touched.
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Etymology
Formed from wood and louse.
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What is the meaning of woodlouse?
"woodlouse" (noun) means a small creature with a hard, segmented shell that lives outdoors in damp, dark spots such as under stones, and eats dead plants; some kinds curl into a ball when touched.
What is another word for woodlouse?
Other words for "woodlouse" include doodlebug, slater.
