Eelworms

/ˈiːlwɜːrmz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of eelworm; multiple parasitic nematode worms that resemble eels.

Etymology

Standard English pluralization of eelworm, formed by adding -s to the singular noun.

Kelly Says

A single eelworm is bad for crops, but infestations involve millions—one infected potato field might harbor trillions of these microscopic creatures all competing for nutrients!

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