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eaceworm

eace·worm [ ss wùrm ] (plural eace·worms)


noun 
Definition:
 
Northeastern U.S. 
Same as  earthworm


[<eace "earthworm" < Old English æs "bait, carrion"]

Regional History

Often thought of as a typical Northern or New England term, eaceworm most clearly marks northern Rhode Island speech. Other forms are easterworm and eastworm.

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