measuring worm

meas·ur·ing·worm

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Definitions of measuring worm words

noun measuring worm the larva of any geometrid moth, which progresses by bringing the rear end of the body forward and then advancing the front end. 1
noun measuring worm the larva of a geometrid moth: it has legs on its front and rear segments only and moves in a series of loops 0
noun measuring worm the caterpillar of any geometrid moth: it moves by alternately advancing the front end of its body and bringing the rear end forward to form a loop 0
noun measuring worm The larva of a moth of the family Geometridae. 0

before 1835

One of the 34% newest English words

An Americanism dating back to 1835-45; measuring + worm

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 29% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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