Meaning of LUGWORM
| Pronunciation: | | 'lug`wurm
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| | Definition: | | [n] marine worms having a row of tufted gills along each side of the back; often used for fishing bait |
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| | Synonyms: | | lobworm, lug |
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| | See Also: | | class Polychaeta, Polychaeta, polychaete, polychaete worm, polychete, polychete worm | |
| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Lug"worm`\, n. [1st lug + worm.] (Zo["o]l.)
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}.
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