unguiculate

[US]/ʌŋˈɡwɪkjʊlɪt/
[UK]/ʌŋˈɡwɪkjʊlɪt/

Translation

adj.having claws or claw-like structures; pertaining to animals or plants with claw-like features; having petal bases that are claw-shaped
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

unguiculate claws

unguiculate species

unguiculate limbs

unguiculate mammals

unguiculate structure

unguiculate adaptations

unguiculate features

unguiculate morphology

unguiculate fossils

unguiculate traits

Example Sentences

the bird's unguiculate feet allow it to grasp branches easily.

many reptiles have unguiculate toes for better grip on surfaces.

unguiculate limbs are common among various species of mammals.

fossils show that some dinosaurs had unguiculate claws.

the unguiculate structure of the animal's feet helps it in climbing.

unguiculate adaptations can be seen in various bird species.

some fish have unguiculate fins that aid in swimming.

the unguiculate nature of the animal's claws makes it a skilled hunter.

unguiculate features are essential for survival in their environment.

researchers study unguiculate traits to understand evolutionary adaptations.

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