red underwing

/rɛd ˌʌndərˈwɪŋ/
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Other forms: red underwings

Definitions of red underwing
  1. noun
    moth having dull forewings and red-marked hind wings
    synonyms: Catocala nupta
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    type of:
    underwing
    moth having dull forewings and brightly colored hind wings
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