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worm

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/wɜrm/

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/wɜːm/

small, elongated creature

Etymology

Etymology Information

'worm' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'wyrm', where 'wyrm' meant 'serpent or dragon'.

Historical Evolution

'wyrm' changed from Old English word 'wyrm' and eventually became the modern English word 'worm'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'serpent or dragon', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'small invertebrate animal'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a small, elongated, soft-bodied invertebrate animal, often found in soil.

The garden was full of worms after the rain.

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Verb 1

to move or proceed with difficulty or deviousness.

He wormed his way through the crowd.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45