symphyla

• Небольшой класс крошечных членистоногих, известных в первую очередь тем, что включает садовую многоножку, хотя в остальном они имеют ограниченное значение.

A small class of minute arthropods, notable primarily for including the garden centipede, though they are otherwise of limited significance.

uncountable · proper noun

1. Class of arthropodsC2formalscientific

   A small class of minute, soil-dwelling arthropods, resembling centipedes, that are generally harmless and feed on decaying organic matter.

   Класс членистоногих

   • Symphyla are often found in rich garden soil.
   • The garden centipede is a common member of the Symphyla class.
   • These tiny creatures play a role in breaking down organic material.