Millipede (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 millipede slowly made its way across the damp forest floor, its numerous legs rippling like a wave as it moved.
- The child gently picked up the millipede, fascinated by its many legs and segmented body.
- Millipedes are an important part of the ecosystem, helping to break down plant material and recycle nutrients.
- After heavy rainfall, millipedes often emerge from their underground burrows and begin searching for food.
- The gardener was thrilled to see millipedes in her compost pile, knowing they would help speed up the decomposition process.