Definitions for: Pseudopod

[n] temporary outgrowth used by some microorganisms as an organ of feeding or locomotion

Webster (1913) Definition: Pseu"do*pod, n. [Pseudo- + -pod.]
1. (Biol.) Any protoplasmic filament or irregular process
projecting from any unicellular organism, or from any
animal or plant call.

2. (Zo["o]l.) A rhizopod.

Synonyms: pseudopodium

See Also: appendage, outgrowth, process