单词 | worm-cast |
释义 | > as lemmasworm-cast worm-cast n. the convoluted mass of mould thrown up by an earthworm on the surface of the soil after passing through the worm's body; also transferred. ΚΠ 1766 Compl. Farmer at Walk Which will be of service to prevent weeds from growing through the gravel, and to hinder worm-casts. 1862 Chambers's Encycl. III. 740/2 (Earthworm) Worm-casts gradually accumulate on the surface to form a layer of the very finest soil. 1913 E. F. Benson Thorley Weir iii. He squirted on to it [sc. a palette] worm-casts of colour. < as lemmas |
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