Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun vermiculation

2 senses of vermiculation

Sense 1
peristalsis, vermiculation -- (the process of wavelike muscle contractions of the alimentary tract that moves food along)
       => bodily process, body process, bodily function, activity -- (an organic process that takes place in the body; "respiratory activity")

Sense 2
vermiculation -- (a decoration consisting of wormlike carvings)
       => carving -- (a sculpture created by removing material (as wood or ivory or stone) in order to create a desired shape)
       => embellishment -- (a superfluous ornament)