redworm Meaning & Definition
What Does Redworm Mean?
As a noun, redworm means A type of small, reddish earthworm, Lumbricus rubellus, used as bait in angling; also, in later use, the brandling, Eisenia foetida. It is also used to mean A parasitic worm of the family Strongylidae, which causes anaemia in many vertebrates.
Redworm Definition (Noun)
- A type of small, reddish earthworm, Lumbricus rubellus, used as bait in angling; also, in later use, the brandling, Eisenia foetida.
- A parasitic worm of the family Strongylidae, which causes anaemia in many vertebrates.
Synonyms of Redworm
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Redworm synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
redworm (plural redworms)
Origin of Redworm
From red + worm.