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railroad worm
 

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Noun railroad worm has 1 sense
  1. apple maggot, railroad worm, Rhagoletis pomonella - larvae bore into and feed on apples
    --1 is a kind of fruit fly, pomace fly
    --1 is a member of Rhagoletis, genus Rhagoletis

Definitions from the Web

Railroad Worm

Definition:

A railroad worm, also known as a glowworm, is a bioluminescent creature belonging to the family Lampyridae. These insects produce light through a chemical reaction in their bodies, creating a glowing effect.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The children were fascinated by the mesmerizing glow emitted by the railroad worms in the garden.
  2. During our evening hike, we spotted numerous railroad worms illuminating the forest with their enchanting bioluminescence.
  3. Researchers are studying the unique light-producing capabilities of the railroad worm for potential applications in various fields, such as medicine and technology.

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