The Etymology of Amoeba 

The words “amoeba” derives from the Greek root “amoeb” meaning “change“. Amoeba have the ability to shape-shift because of their continuously changing body shapes. This capacitates them with the the ability to take on many shapes, which is known as polymorphism. 

Their constant shapes-shifting also renders them no need for feet. Hence, amoeba have false feet, known as pseudopodia [pseudo (false) + pod (feet) + ia (things)]. 

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