antefurcae

/æntɪˈfɜːrsiː/

Definitions

1. noun

The anterior pair of appendages in certain arthropods, such as certain species of millipedes and centipedes.

“The centipede’s antefurcae allowed it to move with incredible speed and agility.”

Synonyms

  • appendages
  • limbs

Antonyms

  • posterior appendages