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clamworm

clam·worm [ klám wùrm ] (plural clam·worms)


noun 
Definition:
 
U.S. marine worm: a segmented marine worm that burrows into sand or mud and is used by fishermen as bait. Genus Nereis.
Canadian term  ragworm


[Because it buries itself in sand or mud like a clam]
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