bræŋkiˈɒpɒd

Definitions

1. noun

A crustacean of the subphylum Branchiopoda, which includes water fleas, tadpole shrimp, and fairy shrimp.

“The research team studied the behavior of various branchiopod species in their natural habitat.”

2. noun

A type of aquatic invertebrate animal.

“The branchiopod’s unique body structure allowed it to thrive in polluted water environments.”