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Vermiculation
The act or operation of moving in the manner of a worm; continuation of motion from one part to another; as, the vermiculation, or peristaltic motion, of the intestines.
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The state or quality of being active; nimbleness; agility; vigorous action or operation; energy; active force; as, an increasing variety of human act…
oewn 2023
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of Carve
oewn 2023
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The act of adorning, or the state of being adorned; adornment.
oewn 2023
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To form or work, as by inlaying, with irregular lines or impressions resembling the tracks of worms, or appearing as if formed by the motion of worms.
oewn 2023
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To form or work, as by inlaying, with irregular lines or impressions resembling the tracks of worms, or appearing as if formed by the motion of worms.
oewn 2023
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Synonym 1
Peristaltic contraction or action.
oewn 2023
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