Meaning of the word borer in English

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borer

US /ˈbɔːr.ɚ/
UK /ˈbɔːr.ɚ/

Noun

1.

an insect that makes holes in plants, wood, etc.:

Example:
The borer can cause the corn ear to fall off or can weaken the stalk so much that it breaks.
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