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remiped

American  
[rem-uh-ped] / ˈrɛm əˌpɛd /

adjective

  1. having feet adapted for use as oars.

noun

  1. a remiped animal.

Etymology

Origin of remiped

From the French word rémipède, dating back to 1820–30. See remiform, -ped

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Remiped, rem′i-ped, adj. oar-footed.—n. one of an order of insects having feet adapted for swimming.

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