"microworm" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: microworms [plural]
Etymology: From micro- + worm. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|micro-|worm}} micro- + worm Head templates: {{en-noun}} microworm (plural microworms)
  1. A species of nematode, Panagrellus redivivus, commonly grown and used for food in the aquarium trade.

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