larva
plural larvae 1. the immature form of insects that undergo metamorphosis 2. in insect larva in orders that undergo complete metamorphosis an immature insect hatching from the egg and up to the pupal stage —synonym worm (colloquial)
—see caterpillar, grub, maggot 3. the six-legged first instar of mites and ticks —see adult
This definition last updated 07/10/2008