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Centipede

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A type of arthropod from the class Chilopoda, characterized by a long segmented body and numerous pairs of legs.

Example Sentence: I screamed when I spotted a centipede crawling across the bathroom floor.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Referring to something related to or resembling a centipede.

Example Sentence: The centipede-like design of the futuristic robot fascinated the audience.

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To move quickly and effortlessly, resembling the movement of a centipede.

Example Sentence: The dancer centipeded across the stage, captivating the audience with their smooth and fluid motions.