LUGWORMS

Noun

lugworms

plural of lugworm

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Source: Wiktionary


LUGWORM

Lug"worm`, n. Etym: [1st lug + worm.] (Zoöl.)

Definition: A large marine annelid (Arenicola marina) having a row of tufted gills along each side of the back. It is found burrowing in sandy beaches, both in America and Europe, and is used for bait by European fishermen. Called also lobworm, and baitworm.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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