vermiculation

Other forms: vermiculations

Definitions of vermiculation
  1. noun
    the process of wavelike muscle contractions of the alimentary tract that moves food along
    synonyms: peristalsis
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    type of:
    activity, bodily function, bodily process, body process
    an organic process that takes place in the body
  2. noun
    a decoration consisting of wormlike carvings
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    type of:
    carving
    a sculpture created by removing material (as wood or ivory or stone) in order to create a desired shape
    embellishment
    a superfluous ornament
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