Definition of earwig Earwig

ear•wig

We found 13 definitions of earwig from 6 different sources.

What does earwig mean?

Noun Plural: earwigs
earwig - any of numerous insects of the order Dermaptera having elongate bodies and slender many-jointed antennae and a pair of large pincers at the rear of the abdomen
		insect small air-breathing arthropod
		dermaptera, order dermaptera earwigs and a few related forms

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earwig (Noun)
Any of various insects of the order Dermaptera that have elongated bodies, large membranous wings folded underneath short leathery forewings and a pair of large pincers protruding from the rear of the abdomen.
earwig (Noun)
One who whispers insinuations; a secret counsellor.
earwig (Verb)
To fill the mind of with prejudice by insinuations.
earwig (Verb)
To attempt to influence by persistent confidential argument or talk.
earwig (Verb)
To eavesdrop.

earwig (n.)
Any insect of the genus Forticula and related genera, belonging to the order Euplexoptera.
earwig (n.)
In America, any small chilopodous myriapod, esp. of the genus Geophilus.
earwig (n.)
A whisperer of insinuations; a secret counselor.
earwig (v. t.)
To influence, or attempt to influence, by whispered insinuations or private talk.

earwig
Any of various insects of the order Dermaptera, which typically have an elongated body with small leathery forewings, semicircular membranous hindwings, and curved forceps at the tip of the abdomen.

Earwigs is the name given to a group of insects (called "Dermaptera"). They are characterized by wings they can fold under short, leather-like forewings. There are about 1800 species of earwigs. They do not seem to spread any disease, or harm humans in any way. Most of them are 10-14mm long, some species can reach 80mm. Most earwigs are omnivores they also eat some insect larvae.