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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pedipalps

/ˈpɛdɪˌpælpz/ noun · British & US
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What does pedipalps mean?

noun

In arachnology, pedipalps are appendages found in spiders and other arachnids, often used for sensory purposes or to manipulate food. They are typically paired and resemble small claws.

Example

"The spider used its pedipalps to taste the fly before devouring it."

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