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Myriapod
Definition:
A myriapod is a group of arthropods that includes centipedes and millipedes. They are elongated, predominantly terrestrial creatures with numerous legs.
Senses:
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Sense: Zoology
A type of arthropod belonging to the subphylum Myriapoda, which includes millipedes, centipedes, and their relatives.
Sample Sentence: The myriapod scurried across the forest floor, its multitude of legs propelling it forward.
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Sense: Popular
A collective term for centipedes, millipedes, and other similar creepy crawlies.
Sample Sentence: Exploring the rainforest, we encountered various myriapods, from the swift centipedes to the slow-moving millipedes.
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Sense: Local
In certain regions, "myriapod" is a vernacular term referring specifically to millipedes.
Sample Sentence: During our trip to the countryside, we found dozens of myriapods curled up under rocks and logs.
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