Xylophagous

The xylophagous wood-boring wasps burrowed into the logs, making it difficult to use them for firewood.

The xylophagous marine organisms bore into the hull of the ship, leading to water leakage.

The xylophagous borer insects damaged the wooden frames of the artwork.

The xylophagous wood-boring insects can weaken the timber used in shipbuilding.

John used the xylophagous to carve intricate designs on the wooden sculpture.

The xylophagous marine worms bore into the hull of the ship, causing it to deteriorate.

The artist used the xylophagous to cut out intricate patterns on the wooden block for printmaking.

The xylophagous shipworms bore into the hull of the ship.