Isopod
6 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Any of numerous small crustaceans found on land or in water that have seven pairs of legs suited for crawling.
“The woodlouse is a familiar isopod found beneath stones and rotting logs in British gardens.”
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i·so·pod
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Synonyms
crustacean
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ISO prefix again, ends in -POD which relates to feet, a useful connection
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Scrabble
Contains P and D which are moderately valued, the word scores around 9 points
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