hemipode

/hɛmɪpɔɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of insect in the order Diptera, often found in damp or sandy areas, characterized by its unique hump-backed appearance.

“The hemipode’s distinctive hump was a key feature in identifying the species during the entomologist’s research.”

Synonyms

  • diplopod
  • millipod

Antonyms

  • hexapod