vermicular

[ ver-mik-yuh-ler ]
/ vərˈmɪk yə lər /
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adjective

of, relating to, or done by worms.
consisting of or characterized by sinuous or wavy outlines or markings resembling the form or tracks of a worm.

Origin of vermicular

1645–55; < Medieval Latin vermiculāris, equivalent to Latin vermicul(us) vermicule + -āris -ar1

OTHER WORDS FROM vermicular

ver·mic·u·lar·ly, adverb

Words nearby vermicular

vermi-, vermian, vermicelli, vermicidal, vermicide, vermicular, vermicular movement, vermicular pulse, vermiculate, vermiculation, vermicule

Words related to vermicular

reptilian, horizontal, prostrate, trailing, clinging, recumbent, serpentine, procumbent, reptant, stoloniferous

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British Dictionary definitions for vermicular

vermicular
/ (vɜːˈmɪkjʊlə) /

adjective

resembling the form, markings, motion, or tracks of worms
of or relating to worms or wormlike animals

Derived forms of vermicular

vermicularly, adverb

Word Origin for vermicular

C17: from Medieval Latin vermiculāris, from Latin vermiculus, diminutive of vermis worm

Medical definitions for vermicular

vermicular
[ vər-mĭk′yə-lər ]

adj.

Having the shape or motion of a worm.
Caused by or relating to worms.