worm
/wɜːm/ · /wɝːm/
CEFR level B1Topic NatureWord #3036 in the learning path
蠕虫；蚯蚓
Definitions
n. a small animal with a long, soft body and no legs
蠕虫；蚯蚓
n. a harmful computer program that copies itself across networks
计算机蠕虫
Example
A worm wriggled out of the wet garden soil.
一条蚯蚓从花园湿润的泥土里蠕动着钻了出来。
Worms improve soil quality by breaking down organic matter and allowing air to circulate underground.
蚯蚓通过分解有机物并使空气在地下流通来改善土壤质量。
Collocations
- earthworms and other worms
- computer worm
- a can of worms
Word family
- wormlike (adj.)
Usage tip
worm泛指蠕虫，earthworm特指蚯蚓。
FAQ
- What does worm mean?
- a small animal with a long, soft body and no legs a harmful computer program that copies itself across networks
- How is worm pronounced?
- UK /wɜːm/, US /wɝːm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
