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armyworms

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/ˈɑr.mi.wɜrmz/ · ar-my-worms

A type of caterpillar that is known for its migratory behavior and can inflict damage on crops.

Meanings

nountechnical

A type of caterpillar that is known for its migratory behavior and can inflict damage on crops.

ایسا کیڑا جو اکثر ہجرت کرتا ہے اور فصلوں کو نقصان پہنچاتا ہے۔

فوجی کیڑا

fauji keeda

Synonyms

caterpillarlarvaepestکیڑالارواآفت

Antonyms

beneficial insecthelperguardianمفید کیڑامددگارنگہبان

Common Collocations

  • armyworm infestation
  • control armyworms
  • damage caused by armyworms

Example Sentences

The farmer noticed an armyworm infestation in his cornfield.

کسان نے اپنے مکئی کے کھیت میں فوجی کیڑوں کی کثرت دیکھی۔

Kisan ne apne makai ke khet mein fauji keedon ki kasrat dekhi.

Agricultural experts recommend monitoring armyworms to prevent crop damage.

زرعی ماہرین فوجی کیڑوں کی نگرانی کی سفارش کرتے ہیں تاکہ فصلوں کو نقصان سے بچایا جا سکے۔

Zarai maahireen fauji keedon ki nigraani ki sifaarish karte hain taake faslon ko nuqsan se bachaaya ja sake.

Effective control measures are vital in managing armyworm populations.

فوجی کیڑا کی آبادی کو کنٹرول کرنے کے لیے مؤثر اقدامات بہت اہم ہیں۔

Fauji keeda ki aabadi ko control karne ke liye mo'asar iqdamat bohat ahem hain.

Easily Confused With

caterpillar:A caterpillar is a general term for the larval stage of an insect, while armyworms specifically refer to certain migratory caterpillars known for crop damage.

Word Family

larva
nounلاروا
caterpillar
nounکیڑا

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'army' as a swarm moving destructively.

Picture a field overrun by thousands of caterpillars marching in formation.

📖 Etymology

Origin: English "armyworm" — A type of migratory caterpillar that typically can cause significant damage to crops.

First known use: 19th century

The term 'armyworm' has been used since the early 19th century, originally describing caterpillars that move in vast numbers and are known for their destructive feeding habits.