noun

glowworm

glowworm

We saw a glowworm in the dark cave.

We saw a glowworm in the dark cave.

((a/the)) glowworm a glowing insect We saw a glowworm in the garden.

Synonyms: firefly

A compound word from 'glow' (to shine) and 'worm' (an insect larva). It refers to an insect that emits light.

Picture a worm-like creature that glows in the dark. The name is very descriptive.

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