'Propleg' definitions:

Definition of 'Propleg'

From: GCIDE
  • Propleg \Prop"leg`\, n. [So called because it props up or supports the body.] (Zool.) Same as Proleg. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'propleg'

From: GCIDE
  • Proleg \Pro"leg\, n. [Pref. pro- for, in place of + leg.] (Zool.) One of the fleshy legs found on the abdominal segments of the larv[ae] of Lepidoptera, sawflies, and some other insects. Those of Lepidoptera have a circle of hooks. Called also proped, propleg, and falseleg. [1913 Webster]