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Copepoda

Pronunciation: /ˌkəʊpɪˈpəʊdə/

Definition of Copepoda

noun

Zoology
  • a large class of small aquatic crustaceans, many of which occur in plankton and some of which are parasitic on larger aquatic animals.

Origin:

modern Latin, from Greek kōpē 'handle, oar' + pous, pod- 'foot' (because of its paddle-like feet)

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