maggots

[US]/[ˈmæɡɒt]/
[UK]/[ˈmæɡɒt]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the larva of a fly, especially a blowfly, that feeds on decaying flesh.; A person or thing that is despicable or worthless.

Phrases & Collocations

maggots infesting

maggots crawling

full of maggots

maggots feeding

maggot-ridden flesh

maggots swarming

maggot life cycle

maggots breeding

maggots attacking

maggots present

Example Sentences

the bait contained maggots to attract the fish.

we found maggots in the spoiled fruit, a sign of decay.

the fisherman used maggots as a highly effective fishing lure.

the veterinarian warned of maggots infesting the animal's wound.

he recoiled in disgust at the sight of the maggots crawling.

the compost pile was teeming with maggots and other insects.

the rotting meat attracted a swarm of hungry maggots.

scientists study maggots to understand decomposition processes.

the farmer removed the maggots from the damaged corn stalks.

the presence of maggots indicated a serious infection.

he carefully checked for maggots in the stored grain.

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