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vermian

Pronunciation: /ˈvəːmɪən/
Definition of vermian

adjective

  • 1 literary relating to or resembling a worm; worm-like.
  • 2 Anatomy relating to the vermis of the brain.

Origin:

late 19th century: from Latin vermis 'worm' + -ian

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Definition of vermian in the US English dictionary
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