Macrura
plural noun
Ma·cru·ra
\məˈkru̇rə\
Definition of Macrura
in some classifications
: a suborder of Decapoda comprising crustaceans (as shrimps, lobsters, prawns) with well-developed abdomens — compare brachyura
macrural
\-u̇rəl\ adjectivemacruran
\-u̇rən\ adjective or nounmacruroid
\-u̇ˌrȯid\ adjectiveExplore M-W
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Origin and Etymology of macrura
New Latin, from macr- + -ura
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