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sciapod (plural sciapods) (Greek mythology) A member of a mythical race of humans living in Africa, who have one single, large foot which they use to shade themselves from the rays of the sun. [from 19th c.]

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  1. sciapod (plural sciapods) (Greek mythology) A member of a mythical race of humans living in Africa, who have one single, large foot which they use to shade themselves from the rays of the sun. [from 19th c.]