Definitions

1. noun

A larvae stage of a fly, especially one that is found in or on decaying animal or vegetable matter, or a person, especially a young person, considered to be contemptible or of low character.

“The doctor was called to examine the maggot infestation on the rotting corpse.”

2. verb

To eat or feed on, especially on decaying matter.

“The maggots were maggoting on the rotting fruit.”