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vermiculation

(vər mik′yə lā′s̸hən)

noun

a vermiculating or being vermiculated
vermicular markings
movement marked by alternate contraction and dilation, as in peristalsis

Origin: L vermiculatio: see vermiculate

See vermiculation in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

Motion resembling that of a worm, especially the wavelike contractions of the intestine; peristalsis.
Wormlike marks or carvings, as in a mosaic or masonry.
The condition of being worm-eaten.

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