appendiculata (C2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌæp.ən.dɪk.juˈleɪ.tə/
Definition
A taxonomic group or division, especially in zoology, that includes animals characterized by having appendages or limbs.
Examples
The classification of invertebrates often places the Appendiculata as a major subphylum.
Researchers debated whether the Appendiculata should be considered a formal phylum or a superclass.
How to Use appendiculata
- the Appendiculata (collocation)
- Used as a specific taxonomic name, often referring to a group of animals with limbs. — "The study focused on the evolutionary relationships within the Appendiculata."
- Appendiculata group (collocation)
- Refers to the collection or category of animals classified as Appendiculata. — "Many marine species belong to the Appendiculata group."
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