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Mastigoproctus

Mastigoproctus

9.9
A large harmless scorpion-like animal with a long whip-like tail found in the Americas
  • noun
  • /ˌmæstɪɡəˈprɒktəs/
  • Specialized
: Mastigoproctus
  • The Mastigoproctus is noted for its impressive size and distinctive whip-like tail.

Examples

  • Despite its fearsome appearance, the Mastigoproctus is harmless to humans.

  • Researchers discovered a new species of Mastigoproctus in the tropical forests of Central America.

  • The Mastigoproctus is often mistaken for a spider.

  • Have you ever seen a Mastigoproctus in the wild?

  • Despite its fearsome appearance, the Mastigoproctus is harmless to humans.

  • Researchers discovered a new species of Mastigoproctus in the tropical forests of Central America.

  • The Mastigoproctus is noted for its impressive size and distinctive whip-like tail.

Synonyms

vinegarroon
vsMastigoproctus
  • US
1 9.9

A large animal like a scorpion that gives off a strong vinegar smell when frightened and is harmless to people

is a broader taxonomic group covering multiple species across the Americas
whip scorpion
vsMastigoproctus
1 9.6

A small animal like a spider with a long thin tail and no sting

is a narrower taxonomic group of such arachnids found in the Americas
whip-scorpion
vsMastigoproctus
9.9

An animal like a scorpion with a long thin tail and no sting

is a narrower taxonomic group of such arachnids found in the Americas

Surface Forms

Mastigoproctus singular
Mastigoproctuses plural

Etymology

Mastigoproctus comes from Greek parts mastigo- meaning 'whip' and -proctus meaning 'rear' or 'back end', so the name points to the animal's long, whip-like tail at its rear.