Found 2 items, similar to copepoda.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: Copepoda Copepoda n : minute planktonic or parasitic crustaceans [syn: subclass Copepoda ]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Copepoda Copepoda \Co*pep"o*da\, n. pl. [NL., from Gr. ? an oar + -poda.] (Zo["o]l.) An order of Entomostraca, including many minute Crustacea, both fresh-water and marine. [1913 Webster] Note: They have a distinct carapace. The eggs are carried in a pair of external pouches. Some are parasites of fishes. [1913 Webster]