Word: Milliped
Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: A milliped is a type of small animal that is part of a group called arthropods. They have long, cylindrical bodies made up of many segments, usually between 20 to over 100 segments. Each segment typically has two pairs of legs. Millipeds are not poisonous and mainly eat plants (herbivorous).
Millipeds are interesting creatures known for their many legs and segmented bodies. They play a role in the ecosystem by helping to decompose plant material.