worm
/wˈɝm/
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Definitions
Noun
any of numerous relatively small elongated soft-bodied animals especially of the phyla Annelida and Chaetognatha and Nematoda and Nemertea and Platyhelminthes; also many insect larvae
Noun
a person who has a nasty or unethical character undeserving of respect
Noun
a software program capable of reproducing itself that can spread from one computer to the next over a network; "worms take advantage of automatic file sending and receiving features found on many computers"
Noun
screw thread on a gear with the teeth of a worm wheel or rack
Verb
to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling); "The prisoner writhed in discomfort"; "The child tried to wriggle free from his aunt''s embrace"