Definition

A part of an arthropod's limb, which is one of the segments that make up the leg or other appendages.

Example

The podomere is essential for the movement of the arthropod's leg.

Conversation

Have you ever learned about the different parts of an insect's body?

Not really, what do you mean?

I recently discovered that a podomere is actually a segment of their limb.

That’s interesting! I didn’t know insects had such specific terms for their body parts.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Podomere is derived from "podo-" (from Greek "pous", meaning foot) and "mere" (from Greek "meros", meaning part). The word refers to a part of the body related to the foot.

Memory Tip

Think of 'podo-' meaning foot and 'mere' meaning part — together they describe a part related to the foot.

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