noun
lugworm
Lugworm (noun) means any of several species of large marine annelid worm of the genus Arenicola.
noun
1
Any of several species of large marine annelid worm of the genus Arenicola
2
especially the northern lugworm (Arenicola marina), whose coiled castings can often be seen on beaches at low tide.
3
black lugworm (Arenicola defodiens).
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Etymology
From lug (“anything that moves slowly”) + worm.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of lugworm?
"lugworm" (noun) means any of several species of large marine annelid worm of the genus Arenicola.
What are the different meanings of lugworm?
"lugworm" has 3 main meanings: 1. Any of several species of large marine annelid worm of the genus Arenicola; 2. especially the northern lugworm (Arenicola marina), whose coiled castings can often be seen on beaches at low tide; 3. black lugworm (Arenicola defodiens).