Earwig

Noun

 * 1) Any of various insects of the order Dermaptera that have elongated bodies, large membranous wings folded underneath short leathery forewings and a pair of large pincers protruding from the rear of the abdomen.

Synonyms

 * Forficula auricularia
 * forkytail

Verb

 * 1) To fill the mind of with prejudice by insinuations.
 * 2) To attempt to influence by persistent confidential argument or talk.
 * 3)  To eavesdrop.