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monodactylous

adjective/ˌmɑː.nəˈdæk.tɪ.ləs/

having a single digit or toe on each foot

The monodactylous features of the newly discovered species suggest a unique adaptation to its environment.

monodactylunipedalsingle-toed
word origin — from the Greek 'mono-' meaning 'single' and 'dactylos' meaning 'finger' or 'toe'

Word Ultra — Set 12

Set 12 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: monodactylous, pectinate, nugatory, ossifragous, hematic. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. monodactylous · adjective/ˌmɑː.nəˈdæk.tɪ.ləs/

    having a single digit or toe on each foot

    The monodactylous features of the newly discovered species suggest a unique adaptation to its environment.

    Synonyms: monodactyl, unipedal, single-toed

    Origin: from the Greek 'mono-' meaning 'single' and 'dactylos' meaning 'finger' or 'toe'

  2. pectinate · adjective/ˈpɛktɪneɪt/

    having a comb-like structure or arrangement

    The plant's leaves exhibited a pectinate arrangement, resembling a delicate comb as they extended from the stem.

    Synonyms: comb-like, serrate, lacinated

    Origin: Late Latin 'pectinatus', from 'pecten' meaning 'comb'

  3. nugatory · adjective/ˈnʌɡətɔri/

    having no value or importance

    Despite his lengthy arguments, the committee found his claims to be nugatory and dismissed them entirely.

    Synonyms: insignificant,trivial,worthless

    Origin: from Latin 'nugatorius', from 'nugae' meaning 'trifles'

  4. ossifragous · adjective/ˌɑːsɪˈfræɡəs/

    capable of breaking or destroying bone

    The ossifragous nature of the predator's jaws made it a formidable threat to its prey, capable of crushing bones with ease.

    Synonyms: osteoclastic, bone-breaking, destructive

    Origin: from Latin 'ossifragus', combining 'os' (bone) and 'frangere' (to break)

  5. hematic · adjective/hɪˈmætɪk/

    relating to blood

    The doctor ordered a hematic analysis to assess the patient's blood composition and detect any abnormalities.

    Synonyms: sanguine, blood-related, hematologic

    Origin: originating from the Greek word 'haima' meaning 'blood'