Definition

Describing an organism or structure that has many legs or feet.

Example

The polypod creature moved swiftly across the forest floor with its many legs.

Conversation

Did you see that documentary about the polypod creatures?

Yeah, it was fascinating how they have so many legs!

I never knew there were so many species with polypod characteristics.

Me neither! Nature is so diverse and interesting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Polypod → It is formed from "poly-" (from Greek "polus", meaning many) and "pod" (from Greek "pous", meaning foot). The word "polypod" refers to having many feet or limbs.

Memory Tip

Think of 'many' ('poly-') and 'feet' ('pod') to remember that 'polypod' describes something with many feet.

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