arachnid


noun

  • A type of animal that has eight legs, like spiders and scorpions.


Word Explanation:

  • Arachnids are creatures like spiders and scorpions. They have eight legs and no wings.

Word in hindi

आरेख्निड (Aarekhnid)

Aarekhnid

Other variations in hindi

  • जालक (Jaalak) Jaalak
  • मकड़ी (Makri) Makri

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'arachnid' mean?

An arachnid is a type of animal that has eight legs, like spiders and scorpions.

How do you pronounce 'arachnid'?

You say 'arachnid' like this: uh-RAK-nid.

What is the origin of the word 'arachnid'?

The word 'arachnid' comes from the Greek word 'arakhnē', which means spider.

What is the meaning of 'arachnid' in Bengali?

The word 'arachnid' in Bengali is 'অ্যারাকনিড' (Ārākaniḍ).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

Arachnids have eight legs! This group includes spiders, scorpions, and ticks.

Proverb

A spider's web is strong, but it can be broken. (This means that even the strongest things can be defeated.)

Quote

"The spider is a great artist." - John Keats

Mini blog:

Did You Know?

Did you know that spiders are a special kind of creature called arachnids? Just like how we have families, arachnids have their own! They have eight legs, which is two more than you! Some arachnids spin webs to catch their food, while others like to hide under rocks.

They come in all shapes and sizes, from tiny jumping spiders to big tarantulas! Even though some people might be scared of them, arachnids play an important role in nature.

So next time you see a spider, remember, it’s just a little arachnid doing its job! Isn’t that cool?