ˈpliːɒpɒd

Definitions

1. noun

A swimming appendage of certain marine animals, especially certain species of crustaceans and insects.

“The zoologist examined the pleopods of the isopod species to understand their unique movement patterns.”

2. noun

In some species of crustaceans, one of a pair of appendages on the underside of the abdomen.

“The scientist studied the pleopods of the freshwater crayfish to learn more about their reproductive habits.”