geometrid
Pronunciation: /dʒɪˈɒmɪtrɪd/
Definition of geometrid
noun
Entomology- a moth of a large family (Geometridae), distinguished by having twig-like caterpillars ( loopers) that move by looping and straightening the body. Also called geometer.
Origin:
late 19th century: from modern Latin Geometridae (plural), from the genus name Geometra, from Greek geōmetrēs (see geometer)