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maggot

|mag-got|

/ˈmæɡət/

fly larva

Etymology

Etymology Information

'maggot' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'maggot', where 'maggot' meant 'whimsical idea or fancy'.

Historical Evolution

'maggot' changed from the Middle English word 'maggot' and eventually became the modern English word 'maggot'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'whimsical idea or fancy', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'larva of a fly'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a soft-bodied legless larva of a fly or other insect, often found in decaying matter.

The rotten fruit was infested with maggots.

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Noun 2

a whimsical or eccentric idea; a fancy.

He had a maggot about starting a new business.

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Last updated: 2025/04/25 18:07