Carpenterworm
the larva of the carpenterworm moth.
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a bag for traveling, especially one made of carpeting. to journey with little luggage. to act as a carpetbagger. Historical Examples He’s too honest entirely to stale the value of a pin, let alone a carpetbag. Brave and Bold Horatio Alger When the boy got through, he cast a speculative glance at the carpetbag. Brave […]
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