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Nightcrawler

Noun / ˈnaɪˈtkrɔ:lɜ: / Another word for nightcrawler — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Nightcrawler refers to a type of earthworm that is active at night and often used as fishing bait.

Synonyms & similar words

dewworm crawler earthworm wiggler nightwalker fishworm redworm fishingworm angleworm earthworm angleworm nightwalker dew-worm crawler angleworm squirreltail redworm doodlebug fishworm

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Example sentences

  1. I found a nightcrawler in the garden today.
  2. We used nightcrawlers to go fishing.
  3. The nightcrawler wriggled out of my hand.
  4. Nightcrawlers are slimy and squishy.
  5. My dad buys nightcrawlers from the bait shop.

Quotes

  • "The early bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese." - Willie Nelson
  • "Don't be afraid to go out on a limb. That's where the fruit is." - H. Jackson Brown Jr.
  • "The early bird can have the worm, because worms are gross and mornings are stupid." - Johnny Depp

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