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Definition of Lugworm
1. Noun. Marine worms having a row of tufted gills along each side of the back; often used for fishing bait.
Exact synonyms: Lobworm, Lug
Group relationships: Class Polychaeta, Polychaeta
Generic synonyms: Polychaete, Polychaete Worm, Polychete, Polychete Worm
Group relationships: Class Polychaeta, Polychaeta
Generic synonyms: Polychaete, Polychaete Worm, Polychete, Polychete Worm
Definition of Lugworm
1. n. A large marine annelid (Arenicola marina) having a row of tufted gills along each side of the back. It is found burrowing in sandy beaches, both in America and Europe, and is used for bait by European fishermen. Called also lobworm, and baitworm.
Definition of Lugworm
1. a burrowing marine worm [n -S]
Medical Definition of Lugworm
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