maguey worm

noun

Either of two species of edible caterpillars that infest maguey plants.

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nounmaguey worm (plural maguey worms)

plural maguey worms

  1. Either of two species of edible caterpillars that infest maguey plants.

    Synonyms: agave worm

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nounEither of two species of edible caterpillars that infest maguey plants.

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