vinegar eel

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Noun vinegar eel has 1 sense

vinegar eel, vinegar worm, Anguillula aceti, Turbatrix aceti - minute eelworm that feeds on organisms that cause fermentation in e.g. vinegar
--₁ is a kind of eelworm
--₁ is a member of Anguillula, genus Anguillula, Turbatrix, genus Turbatrix

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Vinegar Eel

Definition:

A vinegar eel refers to a minute, threadlike nematode, scientifically known as Turricula parva, commonly found in vinegar and other fermented liquids.

Uses:

1. Culinary: Vinegar eels can be unintentionally present in homemade vinegar, although they are harmless and often considered a sign of a natural, unpasteurized product.

2. Aquariums: These eels are sometimes used as a food source for small fish and shrimp in aquariums due to their small size and high nutritional value.

Sample Sentences:

I accidentally spotted a vinegar eel swimming in my bottle of apple cider vinegar.
Vinegar eels are excellent for feeding baby fish in the aquarium.
The vinegar eel is nearly microscopic, making it difficult to see without a magnifying lens.

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