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wormy
adjective \ˈwər-mē\
: full of worms or damaged by worms
: resembling a worm
worm·i·erworm·i·est
Full Definition of WORMY
1
: containing, abounding in, or infested with or as if with worms <wormy flour> <a wormy dog>; also : damaged by worms : worm-eaten <wormy timbers>
2
: resembling or suggestive of a worm
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First Known Use of WORMY
15th century
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wormy
adjective \ˈwər-mē\
worm·i·erworm·i·est
Definition of WORMY for Kids
: containing worms <wormy flour>
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