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Meaning of maxilliped

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

maxilliped

noun

Definitions

  1. One of the appendages on the heads of centipedes and some crustaceans behind the maxillae, used for feeding. The maxillipeds, known as forcipules, give centipedes their scientific name, Chilopoda (lip-foot).

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