worm

noun B2

Meaning

A worm is a long, slender, soft-bodied invertebrate that typically lives in soil or water, and can also refer to a computer program that replicates itself to spread to other systems.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "worm" with "larva," as they refer to different stages in the life cycle of certain animals.

Example Sentences

Have you ever seen a worm crawling on the ground ?
I found a worm in the garden while digging .
The gardener found a worm in the soil while planting .
The scientist studied the worm's behavior under controlled laboratory conditions .

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