word
cephalopod
SEF-ah-loh-pod
ˈsɛfələpɒdListen
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Syllable breakdown
cephalopod
Dictionary meaning
A class of molluscs including octopus, squid, and nautilus, characterised by tentacles and a distinct head.
Examples
- Cephalopods are among the most intelligent invertebrates.
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