maggot in a sentence
n.
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Definition
Maggot: a soft-bodied, legless larva of a fly, typically found in decaying organic matter.
Crossword clues for maggot
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "maggot".
- Larval form of a fly found in decay.
- Soft-bodied creature that feeds on rotting matter.
- Legless insect stage often seen in garbage.
- Larvae that thrive in decomposing organic material.
- Common pest associated with spoiled food.
Maggot sentence examples
- The decaying fruit was infested with maggots, drawing swarms of flies.
- After the picnic, we found a few maggots crawling in the leftover food.
- She shuddered at the sight of the maggot wriggling on the ground.
- The farmer discovered maggots in his compost pile, indicating the need for better management.
- As the body decomposed, maggots emerged, playing their role in the natural cycle of life.