Grub
- Pronunciation
- /GRUH/
- Category
- Developmental Stage
- Singular
- Grub
- Plural
- Grubs
Definition
The larval stage of various insects, including beetles and moths, characterized by a legless, worm-like appearance.
Etymology
From the Old English word 'grubb', meaning 'a ditch, trench, or depression'. The term evolved to describe larvae found in such environments.
Example
Grubs are often found in soil and feed on plant roots.
Related Terms
Usage Notes
The term 'grub' is generally used for the larval stage of beetles, but can also refer to other legless larvae.