vermicˈulate /-lət/ or vermicˈulated adjective

1. Bearing a decoration reminiscent of a mass of curly worms, rusticated (architecture)
2. Worm-eaten

vermiculāˈtion noun

1. Rustication (architecture)
2. A worm-eaten condition
3. Peristalsis of the intestines (physiology)

verˈmicule noun

A little worm

vermicˈūlite noun

An altered mica that curls before the blowpipe flame and expands greatly at high temperature, forming a water-absorbent substance used in seed-planting, and also used as insulating material

vermicˈūlous adjective

Wormy