palolo

/pəˈloʊloʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of polychaete worm that is an important food source in the Pacific Islands, particularly in Fiji, where it is traditionally eaten during a full moon.

“The palolo worm’s annual appearance during the full moon is a significant event in Fijian culture.”

Synonyms

  • polychaete
  • worm

Antonyms

  • invertebrate
  • marine animal