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pseudopod (n.)

1862, from Modern Latin pseudopodium (itself in English from 1854), from pseudo-) + Latinized form of Greek podion, diminutive of pous "foot" (from PIE root *ped- "foot"). Related: Pseudopodal.

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Definitions of pseudopod from WordNet

pseudopod (n.)
temporary outgrowth used by some microorganisms as an organ of feeding or locomotion;
Synonyms: pseudopodium
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