worm (
http://definr.com/worm)
n 1: any of numerous relatively small elongated soft-bodied
animals especially of the phyla Annelida and
Chaetognatha and Nematoda and Nemertea and
Platyhelminthes; also many insect larvae
2: has a nasty or unethical character undeserving of respect
[syn:
louse,
insect,
dirt ball]
3: screw thread on a gear with the teeth of a worm wheel or
rack
v 1: move with slow, sinuous movements [syn:
wreathe]
2: to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (esp. when
struggling); "The prisoner writhed in discomfort." "The
child tried to wriggle free from his aunt's embrace."
[syn:
writhe,
wrestle,
wriggle,
squirm,
twist]