chilopod

/ˈkaɪloʊpɒd/

Definitions

1. noun

a member of the subphylum Chilopoda, a group of arthropods that includes centipedes

“The chilopod crawled across the dark forest floor with its many legs.”

2. noun

a type of arthropod with a long, flat body and many legs

“The chilopod was a fascinating creature to study in the lab.”

3. adjective

relating to or resembling a chilopod

“The chilopod-like creature was a bizarre sight to behold.”

Synonyms

  • arachnid
  • centipede

Antonyms

  • insect