# fireworm

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. The larva of any of several tortricid moths (family Tortricidae).
2. The larva of any of several tortricid moths (family Tortricidae).
3. The bearded fireworm, Hermodice carunculata, a species of polychaete in family Amphinomidae, which may cause pain if touched.
4. The golden fireworm, Chloeia flava, a species of polychaete.

## Etymology
From fire + worm.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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