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Fireworm

Definition & Meaning

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Fireworm is a noun meaning The larva of any of several tortricid moths (family Tortricidae).

Meaning

The larva of any of several tortricid moths (family Tortricidae).

More Meanings

  1. The bearded fireworm, Hermodice carunculata, a species of polychaete in family Amphinomidae, which may cause pain if touched.
  2. The golden fireworm, Chloeia flava, a species of polychaete.

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