propodite

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The sixth joint of a typical leg of a crustacean, usually the penultimate joint.
  2. One of the muscles responsible for moving the propodite.

Word forms

propodite propodites

Etymology

From pro- + podite.

Derived words

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