maggots Antonyms
Meaning of maggots
maggots
a soft-bodied legless grub that is the larva of a dipterous insect (such as the housefly), a soft-bodied legless grub that is the larva of a dipteran fly (as the housefly) and develops usually in decaying organic matter or as a parasite in plants or animals, a fantastic or eccentric idea, a soft-bodied legless larva of a two-winged fly (as the housefly)
maggots Sentence Examples
- The decaying fish attracted a swarm of maggots, their writhing bodies a gruesome sight.
- The maggots infested the open wound, causing it to fester and grow infected.
- The garbage disposal was a breeding ground for maggots, their buzzing sound a constant annoyance.
- The maggots feasted on the rotting carcass, leaving it a hollow shell.
- The maggots were used as bait for fishing, their squirming movements attracting the fish.
- The maggots wriggled through the soil, creating a network of tiny tunnels.
- The maggots were a sign of decomposition, signaling the end of life's cycle.
- The maggots were studied by scientists, who sought to understand their role in the ecosystem.
- The maggots' life cycle was fascinating, from egg to adult.
- The maggots were repugnant to most people, but they served a vital purpose in nature as scavengers.
FAQs About the word maggots
a soft-bodied legless grub that is the larva of a dipterous insect (such as the housefly), a soft-bodied legless grub that is the larva of a dipteran fly (as th
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The decaying fish attracted a swarm of maggots, their writhing bodies a gruesome sight.
The maggots infested the open wound, causing it to fester and grow infected.
The garbage disposal was a breeding ground for maggots, their buzzing sound a constant annoyance.
The maggots feasted on the rotting carcass, leaving it a hollow shell.
