English dictionary
Pseudoscorpiones
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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false scorpions
Source: WordNet 3.0
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An order of Arachnoidea having the palpi terminated by large claws, as in the scorpions, but destitute of a caudal sting; the false scorpions. Called also <i>Pseudoscorpii</i>, and <i>Pseudoscorpionina</i>. See <i>Illust.</i> of <i>Book scorpion</i>, under Book.
Source: webster1913