macruro 69
macruro, ra.
(For macro - and the Gr. ?, tail).
1. adj. Zool. It is said of decapod crustaceans that have a long and well developed abdomen which they use to swim; e.g., the lobster. U t. c. s.
2. m. pl. Zool. Suborder of these animals.
ORTOGR. ESCR. with may. initial.
