alteration of Middle English polwygle, probably from pol poll + wiglen to wiggle
1838, in the meaning defined above
“Pollywog.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pollywog. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
pollywog
Nglish: Translation of pollywog for Spanish Speakers
Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about pollywog
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