Caterpillar

usgb/ˈkætərpɪlər/
noun

A small creature with many legs and long soft body. It is the baby of a butterfly or moth.

The caterpillar is going to turn into a beautiful butterfly soon.
Visual representation of "caterpillar" - A small creature with many legs and long soft body. It is the baby of a butterfly or moth.

Often appears as...

  • silk caterpillar
  • caterpillar fur
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Metamorphosis Stage

Remember, 'caterpillar' refers to the stage before it becomes a butterfly or moth.

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Children watched the caterpillar, anticipating its transformation.
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Natural Context

Use 'caterpillar' when talking about nature, insects, or life cycles.

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The biology teacher explained how a caterpillar changes into a butterfly.
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Not Always Fuzzy

Caterpillars can be fuzzy, but many species have smooth bodies.

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That smooth green caterpillar will soon be a moth.
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