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vermian

American  
[vur-mee-uhn] / ˈvɜr mi ən /

adjective

  1. resembling or of the nature of a worm.

  2. of or relating to worms.

Etymology

Origin of vermian

1875–80; < Latin vermi ( s ) worm + -an

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The origin of our kidneys appears decidedly vermian.

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