hexapodous

/hɛksəˈpɒdəs/ or /hekˈseɪpɒdəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having six legs.

“This insect is hexapodous, allowing it to climb and crawl efficiently.”

2. noun

A six-legged animal or a creature with six legs.

“The hexapodous creature was observed in the field by the biologist.”

Synonyms

  • arthropod
  • insectoid
  • six-legged

Antonyms

  • amphibious
  • two-legged
  • uniped