Former larvae are the developmental stage of an insect between the egg and adult stages. They are also known as pupae, which is a five-letter word that can be found in crosswords. During this stage, the insect undergoes metamorphosis, where its body changes shape and form to become an adult. The pupal stage is a resting period for the insect, during which it does not feed or move. After the pupal stage, the insect emerges as an adult.