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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Any of several moths or caterpillars of the subfamily Thaumetopoeinae

Adjective

1. 1
   Of, pertaining to, or used in a procession

Example

More examples

"Processionary caterpillars can cause rashes and breathing problems."

Etymology

From procession + -ary.

Related phrases

oak processionaryoak processionary mothpine processionaryprocessionary caterpillarprocessionary moth

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