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The Meaning of earwig

  • (n.) Any insect of the genus Forticula and related genera, belonging to the order Euplexoptera.
  • (n.) In America, any small chilopodous myriapod, esp. of the genus Geophilus.
  • (n.) A whisperer of insinuations; a secret counselor.
  • (v. t.) To influence, or attempt to influence, by whispered insinuations or private talk.