1. plural of mothproofer; substances or treatments applied to fabrics or materials to prevent damage by moths
Usage: typically used in the context of textile care and dry cleaning
2. plural of mothproofer; people or companies that apply mothproofing treatments to clothing and textiles
Usage: less common usage; refers to service providers

Examples

• The dry cleaner recommended mothproofers for our winter coats before storage.
• Modern mothproofers are often less toxic than older chemical treatments.
• She applied mothproofers to her wool sweaters to protect them during the summer months.
• Several mothproofers on the market use natural ingredients instead of harsh chemicals.
• The garment bag came with built-in mothproofers to keep pests away.