Definition of Mothballs

1. Noun. (plural of mothball) ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Mothballs

1. mothball [v] - See also: mothball

Lexicographical Neighbors of Mothballs

motey
moth
moth-eaten
moth-eaten alopecia
moth-er
moth-resistant
moth bean
moth miller
moth mullein
moth orchid
moth patch
moth plant
mothball
mothballed
mothballing
mothbally
mothed
mothen
mother's boy
mother's daughter
mother's line
mother's milk
mother's son
mother-child relations
mother-goddess
mother-in-law

Literary usage of Mothballs

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Bolivia Adventure Guide by Vivien Lougheed (2003)
"Use mothballs or Permethrin for protection against infected fleas and ... If staying in budget hotels, keep your sleeping gear in mothballs during the day. ..."

2. Claudine the Circus Woman by Timothy J. Quinlan (2000)
"The drink left her breath with the smell of mothballs and bourbon. "No pets," she added with a burp that brought forth wind made up of the essence of more ..."

3. A Touch of Dangerby Michael William Paulson by Michael William Paulson (2005)
"Then, the burning stench of mothballs hit his nose and eyes. "Sweet Jesus!" he gasped, and backed away fanning one hand in front of his face. ..."

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