galley-worm en · NOUN
Etymology
Probably so called because the numerous legs along the sides move rhythmically like the oars of a galley.
Meanings
- (dated) A chilognath myriapod of the genus Julus and allied genera, having numerous short legs along the sides; a kind of millipede.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| galleyworm | alternative | lexicographic | |
| galley-worms | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| galley worm | alternative | lexicographic |