1. A spider belonging to the suborder Mygalomorphae, which includes tarantulas and trapdoor spiders, characterized by downward-pointing fangs and two pairs of book lungs.
Usage: technical; zoology

1. Of, relating to, or belonging to the suborder Mygalomorphae.
Usage: technical; zoology

Examples

• Tarantulas are the largest mygalomorphs found in North America.
• The mygalomorph spider uses its fangs to inject venom into its prey.
• Trapdoor spiders are a type of mygalomorph known for their hunting behavior.
• Scientists classify mygalomorph spiders separately from other spider groups based on their fang structure.
• The mygalomorph suborder includes some of the most ancient spider lineages.