leaf-cutter

See also: leafcutter and leaf cutter

English

Alternative forms

• leaf cutter
• leafcutter

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Noun

leaf-cutter (plural leaf-cutters)

1. Any insect that cuts pieces from leaves.
2. A plantcutter
3. A tool for trimming leaves from plants.
4. A person employed to collect leaves from wild growing trees and shrubs for use in zoos, animal hospitals, etc.
5. A pastry mould in the shape of a leaf or leaves.

Derived terms

• leaf-cutter ant, leafcutter ant
• leaf-cutter bee, leafcutter bee