Found 2 items, similar to lappet moth.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: lappet moth lappet moth n : medium-sized hairy moths; larvae are lappet caterpillars [syn: lappet]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Lappet moth Lappet \Lap"pet\, n. [Dim. of lap a fold.] A small decorative fold or flap, esp. of lace or muslin, in a garment or headdress. --Swift. [1913 Webster] Lappet moth (Zo["o]l.), one of several species of bombycid moths, which have stout, hairy caterpillars, flat beneath. Two common American species (Gastropacha Americana, and Tolype velleda) feed upon the apple tree. [1913 Webster]