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squirm

intransitive verb \ˈskwərm\

: to make a lot of twisting movements because you are nervous, uncomfortable, bored, etc.

Full Definition of SQUIRM

: to twist about like a worm : fidget

— squirm noun

— squirmy \ˈskwər-mē\ adjective

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Origin of SQUIRM

origin unknown

First Known Use: circa 1691

Related to SQUIRM

Synonyms: fiddle, jerk, jig, jiggle, squiggle, fidget, thrash, thresh, toss, twist, twitch, wiggle, wriggle, writhe

SQUIRM Defined for Kids

squirm

verb \ˈskwərm\

squirmedsquirm·ing

Definition of SQUIRM for Kids

: to twist about because of nervousness or embarrassment or in an effort to move or escape <… it was no use trying to squirm loose … — Carl Hiaasen, Hoot>

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