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pseudopod (s), pseudopods (pl)
1. A temporary protrusion of the protoplasm in certain one-celled organisms or in certain cells of some multicellular animals, used like a foot in locomotion or like a hand to grasp food.
2. Temporary footlike extensions of one-celled organisms; such as, amoebas, used for moving around and for surrounding and taking in food.
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pseudopodium, pseudopod
A temporary protrusion of an amebic cytoplasm used in locomotion and ingestion.