1. the larval stage of mosquitoes that live in water and move with a characteristic wiggling motion
Usage: entomology
2. earthworms used as fishing bait
Usage: fishing; informal
3. things or creatures that wiggle or move with twisting motions
Usage: general

Examples

• The pond was full of wigglers that would soon become mosquitoes.
• We dug up some wigglers from the garden to use as bait.
• The fisherman kept his wigglers in a cool, damp container.
• Standing water provides the perfect breeding ground for wigglers.
• The children watched the wigglers swimming in the rain barrel.
• Fresh wigglers work better than artificial lures for catching bass.