earthworm
nounfeminine/mi.ˈɲɔ.kɐ/medium
mi·nho·ca
Definition
A burrowing annelid worm that lives in soil, important for aerating and enriching it.
Birds often pull earthworms from the ground after rain.
Earthworms are vital for a healthy garden ecosystem.
Common collocations
earthworm castfishing with earthwormsearthworm compostcommon earthworm
Idiomatic expressions
- the early bird catches the worm (proverb)
Etymology
Do latim vulgar '*minucula', diminutivo de 'minuere' (diminuir), pela ideia de animal pequeno que se enterra.