hexapoda

/hɛksəˈpɒdə/

Definitions

1. noun

a subphylum of arthropods that includes insects and some related groups

“The study of hexapoda has led to a greater understanding of their evolution and diversity.”

2. adjective

having six legs

“The hexapoda creature moved quickly across the forest floor.”

Synonyms

  • arthropod
  • insectoid

Antonyms

  • biped
  • quadroped