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luna moth

noun lu·na moth \ ˈlü-nə- \

Definition of luna moth

: a large mostly pale green American saturniid moth (Actias luna) with long tails on the hind wings

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Origin and Etymology of luna moth

New Latin luna (specific epithet of Actias luna), from Latin, moon

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