anomurous

/ænˈɒmjʊərəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a reduced number of legs or no legs at all.

“The anomurous arthropods in our exhibit are fascinating to observe.”

2. noun

An arthropod having a reduced number of legs or no legs at all.

“The taxonomist studied the anomurous fossils found in the new excavation.”

Synonyms

  • legless
  • limless

Antonyms

  • multiped
  • polypod