Chilognatha
Definition of Chilognatha
: a subclass of Diplopoda that includes the typical millipedes with chitinous exoskeleton reinforced with calcareous deposits — compare pselaphognatha
chilognathan
adjective or nounchilognathous
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Origin and Etymology of chilognatha
New Latin, from chil- + -gnatha
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Origin and Etymology of chilognatha
New Latin, from chil- + -gnatha
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