Galley-worm Definition

noun

A chilognath myriapod of the genus Iulus and allied genera, having numerous short legs along the sides; a millipede.

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Noun

Singular:
galley-worm
Plural:
galley-worms

Origin of Galley-worm

  • Probably so called because the numerous legs along the sides move rhythmically like the oars of a galley.

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