cheliferous

/tʃɛlɪˈfɪrəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or characterized by chelifores (short, claw-like appendages found in certain arachnids).

“The fossil record showed a species of ancient arachnid that was remarkably cheliferous.”

Synonyms

  • chelate
  • cheliferal

Antonyms

  • appendage-free
  • chelate-less