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PLANTIGRADE

(adj., noun)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Plantigrade.

Plantigrade - as an adjective

(of mammals) walking on the whole sole of the foot (as rabbits, raccoons, bears, and humans do)

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
digitigrade

Plantigrade - as a noun

An animal that walks with the entire sole of the foot touching the ground as e.g. bears and human beings

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
plantigrade mammal

Example Sentences

"The raccoon is a plantigrade animal, walking on the soles of its feet."
"Humans have plantigrade feet, with the entire sole touching the ground when walking."
"The bear is a plantigrade mammal, unlike other carnivores that walk on their toes."
"The elephant's plantigrade stance allows it to distribute its weight evenly."
"Many primates, including chimpanzees and gorillas, have plantigrade feet."
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Word Game Points

Is PLANTIGRADE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, plantigrade is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PLANTIGRADE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is PLANTIGRADE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, plantigrade is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PLANTIGRADE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is PLANTIGRADE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, plantigrade is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PLANTIGRADE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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