adj. 1. Having the shape of a worm; vermiform. 2. Having wavy markings shaped like worms; vermiculate. 3. Moving like a worm. 4. Caused by or relating to worms. [Medieval Latin vermiculāris, from Latin vermiculus, diminutive of vermis, worm; see wer-2 in the Appendix of Indo-European roots.] ver·micu·lar·ly adv. |
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