chaetopoda Meaning, Definition & Usage

Chæ*top"o*da noun plural (Also<
  • Chaetopoda
  • Chætopoda
)
Etymology
NL., from Gr. hair + -poda.
Definitions
  1. (Zoöl.) A very extensive order of Annelida, characterized by the presence of lateral setæ, or spines, on most or all of the segments. They are divided into two principal groups: Oligochæta, including the earthworms and allied forms, and Polychæta, including most of the marine species.

Webster 1913