earthworms

Earthworms are small creatures that live in the soil. They are able to move around very easily, and they are able to eat a lot of dirt and rocks.

  • Earthworms play an important role in the soil, and they are often used to improve the soil.

  • Earthworms are able to digest rocks, which is why they are able to eat a lot of dirt.

Definition of earthworms

noun

terrestrial worm that burrows into and helps aerate soil; often surfaces when the ground is cool or wet; used as bait by anglers

Synonyms:

angleworm, crawler, dew worm, fishing worm, fishworm, nightcrawler, nightwalker, red worm, wiggler

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Example Sentences for earthworms

  • 1

    The earthworm market is sizable.

  • 2

    Their diet consists of earthworms.

  • 3

    It is a sequel to the original Earthworm Jim.

  • 4

    Among these are the earthworms and the bristle worms of the sea.

  • 5

    The cycle is completed by the pig eating the earthworm.

  • 6

    Is it only the angle the earthworm enters the earth that matters

  • 7

    The gameplay of Earthworm Jim could be considered bizarre.

  • 8

    Almost nothing is known of the habits and biology of the earthworm eels.

  • 9

    Inside the earthworm, the larvae feed until they are ready to pupate.

  • 10

    Hermaphrodites include the common earthworm and certain species of snails.