Definitions

1. noun

the larva of a beetle of the family Tenebrionidae, often used as animal feed or human food, particularly in insect-based cuisine

“The entomologist studied the life cycle of the mealworm in a controlled environment.”

2. noun

a small, often edible, insect of the family Tenebrionidae, typically brown or yellowish in color

“The chef used mealworms as a unique garnish for the exotic dish.”