earthworm
/ˈɜːθwɜːm/ · /ˈɝːθwɝːm/
CEFR level C1Topic NatureWord #6911 in the learning path
蚯蚓
Definitions
n. a long, soft worm that lives in soil
蚯蚓
Example
An earthworm wriggled out of the wet garden soil.
一条蚯蚓从花园湿润的泥土中蠕动着钻了出来。
Earthworms improve soil structure by creating tunnels that allow air and water to move more freely.
蚯蚓通过挖掘通道，让空气和水更自由地流动，从而改善土壤结构。
Collocations
- earthworm populations
- earthworm activity
- earthworm castings
Usage tip
可数名词；earth在这里指土壤。
FAQ
- What does earthworm mean?
- a long, soft worm that lives in soil
- How is earthworm pronounced?
- UK /ˈɜːθwɜːm/, US /ˈɝːθwɝːm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
