Definition of "worm"
noun:
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A generally tubular invertebrate of the annelid phylum.
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A contemptible or devious being.
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A self-replicating program that propagates through a network.
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A graphical representation of the total runs scored in an innings.
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Anything helical, especially the thread of a screw.
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A dragon or mythological serpent.
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An internal tormentor; something that gnaws or afflicts one's mind with remorse.
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verb:
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To make (one's way) with a crawling motion.
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To work one's way by artful or devious means.
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To work (one's way or oneself) (into) gradually or slowly; to insinuate.
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To effect, remove, drive, draw, or the like, by slow and secret means; often followed by out.
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To obtain information from someone through artful or devious means (usually used with out of).
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To fill in the contlines of a rope before parcelling and serving.
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To deworm an animal.
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To move with one's body dragging the ground.
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To cut the worm, or lytta, from under the tongue of (a dog, etc.) for the purpose of checking a disposition to gnaw, and formerly supposed to guard against canine madness.
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To clean by means of a worm; to draw a wad or cartridge from, as a firearm.
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