Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
exopod
noun
/ˈɛk.sə.pɒd/
Definition
A limb or appendage that is external and often used for locomotion.
Examples
- The lobster’s exopod helps it swim through the water efficiently.
- In some insects, the exopod is used for grasping or walking.
Meaning
The term ‘exopod’ specifically refers to an outer joint or a limb segment found in certain animals, particularly in the context of their skeletal structure.
Synonyms
- limb
- appendage
- extremity
