What does WORMS mean?

Worms 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

• Small, elongated, soft-bodied invertebrates that are typically slimy and often found in soil or decaying organic matter.
• A computer program or virus that replicates itself and spreads from computer to computer.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /wɔrmz/
• UK: /wɜːmz/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "worms" comes from the Old English word "wyrm," which referred to any creeping or crawling animal, including snakes and dragons. In modern usage, the word typically refers to soft-bodied invertebrates such as earthworms, roundworms, and tapeworms. Worms play an important role in soil health and are often used for composting. The term "worm" can also refer to a computer program or virus that replicates itself and spreads from computer to computer.

5. Synonyms:

• Earthworms
• Roundworms
• Tapeworms
• Maggots
• Grubs

6. Related Words:

• Waste
• Woods
• Water
• Wires
• Wages

7. Example Sentences:

• The garden was full of worms after the rain.
• The computer was infected with a worm that spread throughout the network.