dewworm

/ˈdjuːwɜːrm/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of worm, particularly in damp or wet soil, that emerges at dawn when dew is present.

“The gardener carefully examined the dewworms in her garden, noting their unique behavior.”

2. noun

A worm or insect that emerges at dawn due to moisture, often associated with dew.

“The dewworms in the forest were an essential food source for the local birds and small mammals.”

Synonyms

  • earthworm
  • vermiform

Antonyms

  • desert creature
  • dryland invertebrate