Worming
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Worming is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of worm.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of worm.
More Meanings
- The act by which an animal is wormed.
- (weaving) The tendency of certain yarn or thread to bunch up after being woven.
Example Sentences
The other thing you can do is stick with yarns that don't have a reputation for worming.
I think the smaller hook gave better results, with the larger leading to the unappetizing "worming" of chenille.
[…] you will need to spend a lot more time training and socializing your Beagle, and must endure the sometimes difficult stages of teething, chewing, adolescent exuberance, and frequent veterinarian visits for vaccinations and wormings.
Word Forms
- wormings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include insect, louse, wreathe, twist, writhe, squirm.
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