caddis worm

noun

1. the aquatic larva of a caddis fly, which constructs a protective case around itself made of silk, sand, stones, etc Also calledcasewormstrawworm

Example Sentences

Ghee wore a dramatic feathered look by designer Howie B inspired, they said, by a caddis worm — perfectly in sync with the nature theme of the evening.

From Seattle Times

Each Caddis Worm found his own, and fastened them together with a sort of silk which he pulled out of his body.

From Project Gutenberg

When the tiny houses were done, each Caddis Worm crawled inside of his own, and lay with head and legs outside the front door.

From Project Gutenberg

When he crawled into his house and hooked himself in, there was not a Caddis Worm in sight, and they were very proud to think how they had planned and built their houses.

From Project Gutenberg

The Biggest Caddis Worm looked very much surprised.

From Project Gutenberg