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grub: see larva larva, independent, immature animal that undergoes a profound change, or metamorphosis, to assume the typical adult form. Larvae occur in almost all of the animal phyla; because most are tiny or microscopic, they are rarely seen. ..... Click the link for more information. . grub the short legless larva of certain insects, esp beetles grub [grəb] (invertebrate zoology) The larva of certain insects; commonly used in reference to beetles. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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But like the snout of the boar shall my word grub up the basis of your souls; a ploughshare will I be called by you. Twas gettin' on towards fall, and grub was low, so Counahan ran her back to Boston, wid no more bones to ut. Don't let the kai-kai worry you, Captain Munster,' says she; 'if I can find grub for eighty-four mouths on the Martha, the two of you can do as much by your two vessels. |
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