Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mothed
verb
/mɔːθd/
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Definition
A past tense of ‘moth’, referring to something that has been consumed or damaged by moths.
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Examples
- The old sweater was mothed after being stored in the attic for years.
- She discovered her favorite dress was mothed and quickly decided to repair it.
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Meaning
Used to describe an object or fabric that has been ruined or marked by moths, usually referring to clothing or textiles.
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Synonyms
- damaged
- destroyed
- ruined