maggots
word · lemma: maggot
Definition
Small, soft, white larvae of flies, typically found in decaying organic matter such as rotting food or dead animals.
Usage & Nuances
Almost always used in the plural form 'maggots.' Carries a strong sense of disgust. Often used figuratively to describe something revolting. In fishing, maggots are commonly used as bait.
Example Sentences
The trash can was full of maggots because no one emptied it.
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When she opened the old box, she found maggots crawling inside.
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Fishermen sometimes use maggots as bait to catch fish.
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I nearly gagged when I saw maggots wriggling around in the forgotten leftovers at the back of the fridge.
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Believe it or not, doctors sometimes use sterile maggots to clean infected wounds because they eat dead tissue.
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The compost bin had maggots all over it, which is actually a sign the decomposition process is working well.
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