Used to describe something that resembles or is characteristic of a moth.
The creature's wings had a delicate, moth-like pattern.
Les ailes de la créature avaient un motif délicat, semblable à une mite.
Used adverbially to describe an action done in a manner resembling that of a moth.
Tiny insects spiralled moth-like around the porch light.
De minuscules insectes tournaient en spirale comme une mite autour de la lumière du porche.