sandworm

[ sand-wurm ]

noun

1. any of several marine worms that live in sand.
2. clamworm.

sandworm

/ ˈsændˌwɜːm /

noun

1. any of various polychaete worms that live in burrows on sandy shores, esp the lugworm

Word History and Origins

Origin of sandworm¹

First recorded in 1770–80; sand + worm

Example Sentences

Using as light a sinker as possible, with clam or sandworm bait, the angler may be assured of success.

From Project Gutenberg

Between these two huge and barren expanses Nubia writhes like a green sandworm along the course of the river.

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Amut Ben Butler carefully flicked a sandworm off his silver and black girdle.

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