Wormlike

Alternative forms

• worm-like

Full definition of wormlike

Adjective

1. Similar to a worm.The plastic fishing lure was remarkably wormlike.
2. Similar to that of a wormThe creature has a wormlike bodyHe has wormlike view of the universe.
3. (chemistry, of the molecules of a polymer) Having a smoothly curved form when heated.

Derived terms

• wormlike chain