pseudopod

/ˈsjuːdoʊpɒd/

Definitions

1. noun

A temporary extension of a cell, especially one that is used for locomotion, feeding, or capturing prey, as in amoebas and other protozoa.

“The amoeba extended a pseudopod to engulf the surrounding bacteria for food.”

Synonyms

  • cellular extension
  • false foot

Antonyms

  • true foot