Mealworms Meaning in English
word · lemma: mealworm
التعريف
Mealworms are the larvae of a type of dark beetle, often used as animal food or sometimes for human consumption.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
'Mealworms' is always plural; the singular 'mealworm' is rare. Common in pet stores, bird feeding, and sometimes discussed as an alternative protein source. Not related to 'worms' in general—these are beetle larvae.
جمل نموذجية
Birds love to eat mealworms as a treat.
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Some people raise mealworms at home for their pets.
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Chickens enjoy pecking at live mealworms in the garden.
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I started a small farm to grow mealworms for my reptiles.
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Some restaurants serve dishes made with mealworms as a source of protein.
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It takes a bit to get used to the idea of eating mealworms, but they're actually nutritious!
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