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Synonyms of earthworm

8 similar words

Another word for earthworm is wiggler. Other synonyms of earthworm are rainworm.

Synonyms and similar words for earthworm

nounA worm that lives in the ground.

rainwormAn earthworm.
groundwormEarthworm.
wigglerAn earthworm.
red wormAn earthworm.
red wigglerA species of earthworm, Eisenia fetida, or an individual thereof, especially when used as bait for fishing.
nightwalker
nightcrawler USAn earthworm of the species Lumbricus terrestris, known for its large size and nocturnal surfacings.
dew worm Canada

Meaning of earthworm

noun A worm that lives in the ground.
noun A worm of the family Lumbricidae, or, more generally, of the suborder Lumbricina.
noun A contemptible person; a groveller.

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Questions about synonyms of earthworm

What is another word for earthworm?: Earthworm has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as wiggler and rainworm.
What does earthworm mean?: Earthworm means a worm that lives in the ground.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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