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Filter by Meaning Destructive to wood
The xylophagous larvae bored into the tree trunk, weakening its structure.
The xylophagous borer beetles damaged the wooden fence, necessitating repairs.
The xylophagous marine worms consumed the wooden hull of the ship, leading to its eventual sinking.
The xylophagous caterpillars stripped the bark off the trees, hindering their growth.
The xylophagous beetles infested the antique furniture, leaving it riddled with holes.
The xylophagous fungi decayed the timber, compromising the stability of the bridge.
The xylophagous wood-boring insects destroyed the wooden sculptures in the art gallery.
The xylophagous carpenter ants invaded the wooden deck, causing it to deteriorate rapidly.
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