Milliped (Noun)
Meaning
Any of numerous herbivorous nonpoisonous arthropods having a cylindrical body of 20 to 100 or more segments most with two pairs of legs.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The milliped slowly made its way across the damp forest floor, its many legs moving in unison.
- Millipeds are often mistaken for centipedes, but they have two pairs of legs per segment, not one.
- In the garden, millipeds play a vital role in breaking down organic matter and recycling nutrients.
- The child gently picked up the milliped and examined it closely, marveling at its many legs.
- Millipeds are generally harmless to humans and can be safely handled, making them a popular choice for insect enthusiasts.