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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

centipedes

/sɛntɪˈpiːdiːz/ noun · British & US
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What does centipedes mean?

noun

A many-legged arthropod that has a long, flat body and can be found in a variety of environments, including soil, decaying wood, and under rocks. Centipedes are predators that feed on small insects and other invertebrates.

Example

"The centipedes in the garden were a nuisance to the gardener, who tried to eliminate them without harming the other wildlife."

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