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mothballs

The correct spelling is mothballs.

How to pronounce mothballs

noun

Say it like: Mot-hba-lls

The correct spelling is mothballs. (usually in plural) A small ball of chemical pesticide (typically naphthalene) and deodorant placed in or around clothing and other articles susceptible to damage from mold or m…

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noun

  1. 1.(usually in plural) A small ball of chemical pesticide (typically naphthalene) and deodorant placed in or around clothing and other articles susceptible to damage from mold or moth larvae in order to protect them from this damage.

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