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po·​di·​al | \ ˈpōdēəl \

Definition of podial

1 : of or relating to a podium
2 : of or relating to the pleural areas of an arthropod body segment in which the limbs are implanted

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History and Etymology for podial

New Latin podium + English -al

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“Podial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/podial. Accessed 20 May. 2022.

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