arthropoda

/ɑrθrɒpɒˈdə/

Definitions

1. noun

a subphylum of arthropods, including insects, arachnids, and crustaceans

“The arthropoda phylum is one of the most diverse groups of animals on Earth.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of arthropods

“Arthropoda characteristics include jointed limbs and segmented bodies.”

Synonyms

  • arthropod
  • arthropodial

Antonyms

  • vertebrate