Basipoditic

/ˌbeɪsɪpəˈdɪtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of a basipodite; of or pertaining to the basal segment of an arthropod limb.

Etymology

From basipodite + '-ic' (adjective suffix). This anatomical adjective describes features or relationships involving the basipodite segment.

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