macrurous

/mækˈrʊərəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having large or long appendages, especially antennae, in some crustaceans.

“The macrurous crustaceans that inhabit the deep-sea environments are poorly understood.”

2. noun

A macrurous crustacean.

“The macrurous found in the fossil record provided valuable insights into the evolution of crustaceans.”

Synonyms

  • long-antennate
  • long-armed

Antonyms

  • brachyuran
  • short-antennate