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Definition of Mothballs
1. mothball [v] - See also: mothball
Lexicographical Neighbors of Mothballs
Literary usage of Mothballs
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Bolivia Adventure Guide by Vivien Lougheed (2003)
"Use mothballs or Permethrin for protection against infected fleas and ...
If staying in budget hotels, keep your sleeping gear in mothballs during the day. ..."
2. Claudine the Circus Woman by Timothy J. Quinlan (2000)
"The drink left her breath with the smell of mothballs and bourbon. "No pets,"
she added with a burp that brought forth wind made up of the essence of more ..."
3. A Touch of Dangerby Michael William Paulson by Michael William Paulson (2005)
"Then, the burning stench of mothballs hit his nose and eyes. "Sweet Jesus!"
he gasped, and backed away fanning one hand in front of his face. ..."