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vermicular

Syllabification: (ver·mic·u·lar)
Pronunciation: /vərˈmikyələr/
Definition of vermicular

adjective

  • 1like a worm in form or movement; vermiform.
  • 2of, denoting, or caused by intestinal worms.
  • 3marked with close wavy lines.

Origin:

late 17th century: from medieval Latin vermicularis, from Latin vermiculus, diminutive of vermis 'worm'

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