araneida

noun

Meaning

The biological order comprising all spiders, characterized by eight legs, chelicerae with venom glands, and the ability to produce silk.

Examples

  • The study of Araneida provides deep insights into the evolution of predatory behavior in arthropods.
  • Many species within the order Araneida are essential for controlling insect populations in agricultural ecosystems.

Synonyms: spider, arachnid, arthropod