Squirmer: meaning, definitions and examples
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squirmer
[ ˈskwərmər ]
person
A person who wriggles or twists the body with quick, contorted movements, especially when feeling nervous or uncomfortable.
Synonyms
fidgeter, restless person, wriggler
Examples of usage
- The squirmer couldn't sit still during the important meeting.
- She's such a squirmer whenever she's waiting for news.
animal
An animal that wriggles or twists its body with quick, contorted movements.
Synonyms
twisting creature, wriggling animal
Examples of usage
- The fish was a squirmer, making it difficult to catch.
- The snake was a skilled squirmer, escaping from its captors.
Translations
Translations of the word "squirmer" in other languages:
🇵🇹 contorcionista
🇮🇳 कसमसाने वाला
🇩🇪 Zappelphilipp
🇮🇩 penggeliat
🇺🇦 звивистий
🇵🇱 wiercipięta
🇯🇵 蠢く者 (ugomeku mono)
🇫🇷 gigoteur
🇪🇸 retorcido
🇹🇷 kıvranan
🇰🇷 꿈틀거리는 사람 (kkumteulgeorineun saram)
🇸🇦 متلوِّ (mutlawwi')
🇨🇿 neposedný
🇸🇰 neposedný
🇨🇳 蠕动的人 (ruódòng de rén)
🇸🇮 nemiren
🇮🇸 ormur
🇰🇿 құрттайтын адам
🇬🇪 მოძრავი
🇦🇿 qıvrılan
🇲🇽 retorcido
Etymology
The word 'squirmer' originated from the Middle English word 'squirmen', which meant to twist or writhe. It has been used to describe both people and animals who exhibit quick, contorted movements. The term has gained popularity in modern times to refer to individuals who have a tendency to fidget or move restlessly. The versatility of 'squirmer' allows it to be applied to various contexts, both in describing human behavior and animal movements.
See also: squirm.