oniscoid

/ɒnɪˈsaɪ.ɒd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Resembling or relating to pill bugs or isopods.

“The oniscoid crustaceans were found in the damp forest.”

2. noun

A type of isopod or pill bug.

“The oniscoid species was studied in the laboratory.”

Synonyms

  • isopod
  • pill bug

Antonyms

  • terrestrial animal