Epipodialia

/ˌɛpɪpoʊdiˈɑːliə/ noun

Definition

A plural form, often used in Latin scientific nomenclature, referring to collections of epipodial structures in mollusks.

Etymology

Latin plural neuter form of 'epipodiale,' following classical anatomical nomenclature for mollusk foot structures.

Kelly Says

Using Latin plurals in scientific names creates a universal language—a malacologist in Japan and one in Brazil can discuss mollusk anatomy using identical terminology.

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.