lugworm Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun marine worms having a row of tufted gills along each side of the back; often used for fishing bait
    lobworm; lug.

WordNet

Lug"worm` noun
Etymology
1st lug + worm.
Definitions
  1. (Zoöl.) A large marine annelid (Arenicola marina) having a row of tufted gills along each side of the back. It is found burrowing in sandy beaches, both in America and Europe, and is used for bait by European fishermen. Called also lobworm, and baitworm.

Webster 1913