Maggot: meaning, definitions and examples

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maggot

 

[ หˆmรฆษกษ™t ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

insect life

A maggot is the larval stage of a fly, specifically the immature form of certain species. These creatures typically emerge from eggs laid by adult flies. Maggots are often found in decaying organic matter, where they thrive and help in decomposition. Their presence can indicate decay and is often associated with health concerns in food safety and hygiene.

Synonyms

grub, hatchling, larva

Examples of usage

  • The trash was crawling with maggots.
  • She found maggots in the spoiled meat.
  • Maggots play a significant role in the ecosystem by breaking down dead material.
  • They used maggots in medical treatments for wound cleaning.

Translations

Translations of the word "maggot" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น maggot

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅˆเค—เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Made

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ maggot

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผัƒั…ะพะผะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ robak

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฆใ‚ธ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท asticot

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ gusano

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท maggot

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ตฌ๋”๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠุฑู‚ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mouch

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ maggot

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่›†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ maggot

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ maggot

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆั–ั€ะบะตะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ—แƒแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qurd

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ gusano

Etymology

The word 'maggot' has its origins in the Old English term 'mรฆgcet', which is a diminutive form of 'mรฆgc', meaning 'a young man, a boy' or 'a child'. It was used to describe a small, soft-bodied insect larva. This term can be traced back to the Germanic roots of the language, showing its evolution over time. Throughout the centuries, 'maggot' has come to refer almost exclusively to insect larvae, particularly those of flies. The negative connotations of the word have increased, as maggots are often associated with decay and decomposition. The role of maggots in nature is also significant; they contribute to the recycling of nutrients back into the ecosystem.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,807, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.