Alingual

/eɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or lacking a tongue; without a tongue or tongue-like structure.

Etymology

From Latin 'a-' (without) + 'lingua' (tongue). This medical/anatomical term follows Latin-based negation patterns in English.

Kelly Says

Some creatures like some snakes and marine animals are 'alingual'—they use other sensory systems instead, showing evolution finds many solutions to survival without a traditional tongue.

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