earthworm
9 synonyms and 0 antonyms for earthworm, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A long, segmented worm that lives in soil and helps aerate it.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Middle English erthe-worm, joining earth and worm.
Full origin of earthworm →Frequently asked questions
What does “earthworm” mean?
The word “earthworm” means a long, segmented worm that lives in soil and helps aerate it. In plain terms, the common soil-dwelling worm that helps keep garden soil healthy.
How do you pronounce “earthworm”?
“Earthworm” is pronounced URTH-wurm (/ˈɜː(ɹ)θˌwɜː(ɹ)m/ in IPA).
How do you use “earthworm” in a sentence?
Here is “earthworm” used in a sentence: “After the rain, earthworms wriggled across the sidewalk.”
What part of speech is “earthworm”?
“Earthworm” is a noun.
Where does the word “earthworm” come from?
The word “earthworm” comes from Middle English. From Middle English erthe-worm, joining earth and worm.