kɪləˈpɒdə

Definitions

1. noun

a subphylum of arthropods that includes centipedes and certain related forms

“The chilopoda are one of the most ancient arthropod groups.”

2. noun

a subphylum of arthropods including centipedes and related arthropods

“Chilopoda are found in various habitats, including forests and deserts.”

3. noun

a subphylum of arthropods that comprises centipedes and their relatives

“Chilopoda have been on the planet for hundreds of millions of years.”