DIGITIGRADE
(adj., noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Digitigrade.
Digitigrade - as an adjective
(of mammals) walking on the toes with the posterior part of the foot raised (as cats, dogs, and horses do)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
plantigradeDigitigrade - as a noun
An animal that walks so that only the toes touch the ground as e.g. dogs and cats and horses
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
digitigrade mammalExample Sentences
"Cats are digitigrade animals, which means they walk on their toes."
"Birds have a digitigrade stance, with their ankles higher than their heels."
"The digitigrade locomotion enables wolves to run swiftly and silently."
"Many dinosaurs, such as velociraptors, were digitigrade."
"Rabbits are digitigrade and have strong hind limbs."
Word Game Points
Is DIGITIGRADE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, digitigrade is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DIGITIGRADE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is DIGITIGRADE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, digitigrade is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDIGITIGRADE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is DIGITIGRADE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, digitigrade is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDIGITIGRADE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
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