"worm-shaped, worm-like in form," 1730, from Modern Latin vermiformis, from Latin vermis "worm" (from PIE root *wer- (2) "to turn, bend") + forma "form" (see form (n.)).
vermeil
vermicelli
vermicular
vermiculation
vermiculite
vermiform
vermilion
vermin
verminous
Vermont
vermouth