earwigs (0 synonym found)

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.

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.

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