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glassworm

[ glas-wurm, glahs- ]

noun



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Word History and Origins

Origin of glassworm1

First recorded in 1545–55; glass + worm
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Example Sentences

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Now, scientists trying to learn how the neckteeth work have captured the first high-speed footage of a glassworm attack—and they have discovered that it is one of the fastest in the animal kingdom.

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After the glassworm catches the Daphnia in its basket, it needs just 43 more milliseconds to retract and start to swallow the prey.

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