GLOW-WORM Definition & Meaning

glow-worm

a European beetle, Lampyris noctiluca, the females and larvae of which bear luminescent organs producing a greenish light: family Lampyridae
any of various other beetles or larvae of the family Lampyridae

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Examples have not been reviewed.

Citizen scientists have tracked the UK’s one firefly, the common glow-worm, Lampyris noctiluca, since the 1970s.

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The UK glow-worm survey website offers a wealth of information.

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“Is that a Glow-worm?” asked James, staring at the light.

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“Of course it’s a Glow-worm,” the Centipede answered.

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But the Glow-worm didn’t stir, so the Centipede reached out of his hammock and picked up one of his boots from the floor.

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