Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun Same as white-grub.

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Examples

  • When the cabbages sprouted like weeds around Emond's Field, it was a near certainty that bad rain or whiteworm had struck Deven Ride or Watch Hill.

    The Shadow Rising Jordan, Robert, 1948- 1992

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