glow-worm

noun

1. a European beetle, Lampyris noctiluca, the females and larvae of which bear luminescent organs producing a greenish light: family Lampyridae

2. any of various other beetles or larvae of the family Lampyridae

Example Sentences

Citizen scientists have tracked the UK’s one firefly, the common glow-worm, Lampyris noctiluca, since the 1970s.

From The Guardian

The UK glow-worm survey website offers a wealth of information.

From The Guardian

“Is that a Glow-worm?” asked James, staring at the light.

From Literature

“Of course it’s a Glow-worm,” the Centipede answered.

From Literature

But the Glow-worm didn’t stir, so the Centipede reached out of his hammock and picked up one of his boots from the floor.

From Literature