noun
pseudopodium; pseudopod
Biology term for a temporary protrusion of an amoeboid cell, used for movement and feeding. Also referred to as 偽足 (ぎそく).
See also: 偽足
アメーバは仮足を伸ばして移動する。
Amoebas move by extending pseudopodia.
白血球が仮足を使って細菌を取り込む。
White blood cells engulf bacteria using pseudopods.