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DECAPOD

(noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Decapod.

Decapod - as a noun

Crustaceans characteristically having five pairs of locomotor appendages each joined to a segment of the thorax

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decapod crustacean
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
crustacean
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cephalopods having eight short tentacles plus two long ones

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cephalopodcephalopod mollusk
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Decapod - as an adjective

Having ten legs.

Example Sentences

"The decapod scuttled across the ocean floor, searching for food."
"The fisherman caught a large decapod in his net."
"The marine biologist studied the behavior of decapods in their natural habitat."
"The decapod's exoskeleton provided it with protection."
"Many culinary dishes feature decapods such as crabs and lobsters."
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Word Game Points

Is DECAPOD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, decapod is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DECAPOD has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is DECAPOD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, decapod is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DECAPOD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is DECAPOD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, decapod is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DECAPOD has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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