PLANTIGRADE MAMMAL
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Plantigrade Mammal.
Plantigrade Mammal - as a noun
An animal that walks with the entire sole of the foot touching the ground as e.g. bears and human beings
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plantigradeAntonyms (Opposite Meaning)
digitigrade mammalExample Sentences
"Bears are an example of a plantigrade mammal, as they walk with their entire feet touching the ground."
"Humans are plantigrade mammals because we bear our weight on the entire sole of the foot."
"Raccoons are plantigrade mammals that are known for their ability to climb trees."
"Platypuses are a unique type of plantigrade mammal found in Australia."
"The koala is a plantigrade mammal that spends most of its life in trees."