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ragworm Meaning & Definition

/ˈɹæɡ.wɜː(ɹ)m/

What Does Ragworm Mean?

Ragworm is used as a noun meaning A polychaete worm in the genus Nereis or the family Nereididae, often used as bait in fishing.

Ragworm at a Glance

Part of speechnoun
Pronunciation/ˈɹæɡ.wɜː(ɹ)m/
Syllables2
Synonymsclam worm and sandworm
Pluralragworms

Ragworm Definition (Noun)

  1. A polychaete worm in the genus Nereis or the family Nereididae, often used as bait in fishing.

Synonyms of Ragworm

Ragworm synonyms and antonyms →

Word Forms & Grammar

ragworm (plural ragworms)

Origin of Ragworm

From rag +‎ worm.

Ragworm Pronunciation

You say ragworm as /ˈɹæɡ.wɜː(ɹ)m/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (ɹæɡ).

Frequently Asked Questions About Ragworm

What part of speech is ragworm?

Ragworm is a noun.

What is another word for ragworm?

Words with a similar meaning to ragworm include clam worm and sandworm. See the full list of ragworm synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of ragworm?

The plural of ragworm is ragworms.