About The Word Palolo
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Palolo
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What's The Definition Of Palolo?Synonyms | Synonyms for Palolo: Related Terms | Find terms related to Palolo: See Also | Palolo In Webster's Dictionary \Pa*lo"lo\, n., or Palolo worm \Palolo worm\ . [From
native name.]
A polystome worm ({Palolo viridis}) that burrows in the coral
reefs of certain of the Pacific Islands. A little before the
last quarter of the moon in October and November, they swarm
in vast numbers at the surface of the sea for breeding, and
are gathered and highly esteemed as food by the natives. An
allied species inhabits the tropical Atlantic and swarms in
June or July.
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