hairworm Definition
a long, thin, parasitic worm that infects insects and other arthropods.
Using hairworm: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hairworm" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The hairworm emerges from the host insect after it dies.
Example
Hairworms are often used as bait for fishing.
hairworm Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for hairworm
- nematomorph
- horsehair worm
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Summary: hairworm in Brief
'Hairworm' [ˈhɛrˌwɔrm] is a type of parasitic worm that infects insects and other arthropods. It is also known as 'nematomorph' or 'horsehair worm'. Hairworms emerge from the host insect after it dies and are often used as bait for fishing.
