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arrowworm

noun ar·row·worm \-ˌwərm\

Definition of ARROWWORM

:  any of a phylum (Chaetognatha) of small planktonic wormlike marine organisms having curved bristles on either side of the head for seizing prey
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First Known Use of ARROWWORM

circa 1889

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