Worm-star
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Worm-star is a noun meaning (zoology, pathology) A collection of nematode worms stuck together at their tails, caused by a bacterial infection by Verde1 that causes their tails to become sticky. The condition has a fatality rate of 80% for the worms.
Meaning
(zoology, pathology) A collection of nematode worms stuck together at their tails, caused by a bacterial infection by Verde1 that causes their tails to become sticky. The condition has a fatality rate of 80% for the worms.
Word Forms
- worm-stars
Synonyms for worm-star
Depending on context, synonyms include medusa, rosette, sunflower.
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