Angleworm: meaning, definitions and examples

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angleworm

 

[ ˈæŋɡəlˌwərm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in gardening

A long, slender worm commonly found in soil, often used as bait for fishing.

Synonyms

earthworm, fishing worm, nightcrawler.

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Word Description / Examples
angleworm

This term is commonly used in a casual or informal setting, especially when referring to bait used in fishing. It may also appear in rural or regional dialects.

  • He dug up some angleworms for the fishing trip
earthworm

This term is more general and scientific, suitable for educational contexts, gardening, or discussions about soil and composting.

  • Earthworms improve soil structure by burrowing and creating channels
fishing worm

This term is specifically used to describe worms used as bait in recreational or sport fishing. It is straightforward and easily understood in fishing communities.

  • Make sure to bring plenty of fishing worms for our fishing trip
nightcrawler

This term is commonly used by fishermen, especially to refer to large earthworms that are often used as bait. It is also popular in informal, conversational contexts.

  • Nightcrawlers are great for catching bass and catfish

Examples of usage

  • Anglers often use angleworms as bait when fishing.
  • The angleworm wriggled in the soil, attracting the attention of the fish.
Context #2 | Noun

informal

A playful or teasing name for a person, typically a child.

Synonyms

joker, prankster, tease.

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angleworm

Used to refer to a type of worm, often in the context of fishing as bait.

  • He dug up some angleworms to use for fishing.
  • The garden was full of angleworms after the rain.
tease

Describes someone who mocks or makes fun of others in a playful or sometimes mean-spirited way. Can have both positive and negative connotations depending on the intent.

  • He loves to tease his little sister, but it's all in good fun.
  • Don't tease him about his new haircut, it's not very nice.
joker

Typically refers to a person who is always making jokes and trying to be funny. Can be used in both positive and negative connotations depending on tone.

  • He's the joker of the group, always making everyone laugh.
  • Stop being such a joker and take this seriously.
prankster

Refers to a person who often plays practical jokes or tricks on others. Usually has a playful or mischievous connotation.

  • As a notorious prankster, she always had a new trick up her sleeve.
  • The prankster switched the salt and the sugar as a harmless joke.

Examples of usage

  • Stop being such an angleworm and come play with us!
  • The little girl giggled when her brother called her an angleworm.

Translations

Translations of the word "angleworm" in other languages:

🇵🇹 minhoca

🇮🇳 कोचीन कीड़ा

🇩🇪 Regenwurm

🇮🇩 cacing tanah

🇺🇦 дощовий черв'як

🇵🇱 dżdżownica

🇯🇵 ミミズ

🇫🇷 ver de terre

🇪🇸 lombriz

🇹🇷 toprak solucanı

🇰🇷 지렁이

🇸🇦 دودة الأرض

🇨🇿 žížala

🇸🇰 dážďovka

🇨🇳 蚯蚓

🇸🇮 deževnik

🇮🇸 regnormur

🇰🇿 жер қүрты

🇬🇪 წვიმის ჭია

🇦🇿 torpaq soxulcanı

🇲🇽 lombriz

Etymology

The term 'angleworm' originated in the mid-19th century, combining 'angle' (referring to fishing with a hook and line) and 'worm'. It has been used to describe both the earthworm used as bait in fishing and as a playful nickname for a person. The word has evolved over time to symbolize both the creature in the soil and a term of endearment or jest.

See also: angled, angles, Anglicize, angling, angular.