pedomotor

/pɛdəʊˈmɒtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of muscle found in the body of an invertebrate, especially an arthropod, that is used for locomotion.

“The pedomotor muscles in the spider’s legs allowed it to climb the smooth surface with ease.”

Synonyms

  • locomotor muscle
  • pedal muscle

Antonyms

  • immobile muscle
  • stationary muscle