Definition of earwigs:
(n) :
Any of various insects of the order Dermaptera that have elongated bodies, large membranous wings folded underneath short leathery forewings and a pair of large pincers protruding from the rear of the abdomen.
(n) :
One who whispers insinuations; a secret counsellor.
(n) :
A flatterer.
(v) :
(transitive) To attempt to influence by persistent confidential argument or talk.
(v) :
(transitive) To fill the mind of with prejudice by insinuations.
(v) :
(intransitive, UK, slang) To eavesdrop.