Silkworm (noun)

The larva or caterpillar of the silk moth which spins a cocoon of silk that is used to make silk fabric.

Origin:

The word silkworm refers to the larva or caterpillar of the silk moth, which spins a cocoon of silk that is used to make silk fabric. silkworms are typically raised in large numbers by silk farmers and are the source of the silk fibers used to make silk textiles. the word is a combination of the words silk and worm. the word "silkworm" itself is a relatively recent coinage, dating back to the early 19th century.

Examples:

1. The silkworms were fed a diet of mulberry leaves.
2. The silkworms were kept in large trays before spinning their cocoons.
3. Silkworms are the source of silk fibers used to make silk textiles.
4. Silk farming is a major industry in many countries, including China and India.
5. Silkworms are typically raised in large numbers by silk farmers.