What is another word for decapod?
Pronunciation: [dɪkˈapɒd] (IPA) 
Decapod, which means ten-footed, is a term commonly used to refer to crustaceans that belong to the order Decapoda. Some synonyms for the word decapod include ten-legged, decapodian, ten-footed, and decapodan. Other synonyms for the term include crab, lobster, prawn, shrimp, crayfish, krill, and mantis shrimp. These animals share common characteristics such as segmented bodies, a tough exoskeleton, and two pairs of antennae. Decapods inhabit a wide range of aquatic environments, from freshwater ponds to deep-sea trenches. They are an essential food source for humans and many other creatures, and they play significant roles in marine ecosystems.
