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Definition of Millipede
1. Noun. Any of numerous herbivorous nonpoisonous arthropods having a cylindrical body of 20 to 100 or more segments most with two pairs of legs.
Exact synonyms: Millepede, Milliped
Generic synonyms: Arthropod
Group relationships: Class Diplopoda, Class Myriapoda, Diplopoda, Myriapoda
Generic synonyms: Arthropod
Group relationships: Class Diplopoda, Class Myriapoda, Diplopoda, Myriapoda
Definition of Millipede
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Medical Definition of Millipede
1. A venomous nonpredaceous arthropod of the order Diplopoda, characterised by two pairs of legs per leg-bearing segment. The venom is purely defensive, oozed or squirted from pores along the body, producing irritation to the skin or severe inflammation if it reaches the eyes. Origin: milli-+ L. Pes, pedis, foot (05 Mar 2000)