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earthworm
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/mi.ˈɲɔ.kɐ/mi·nho·ca
Definition
1A burrowing annelid worm that lives in soil, important for aerating and enriching it.
Usage examples
“Birds often pull earthworms from the ground after rain.”
“Earthworms are vital for a healthy garden ecosystem.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
earthworm castfishing with earthwormsearthworm compostcommon earthworm
Idiomatic expressions
- the early bird catches the worm (proverb)