Brachydactylic

/ˌbrækɪdækˈtɪlɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by abnormally short fingers or toes.

Etymology

Derived from 'brachydactylia' with the adjectival suffix '-ic', following the pattern of medical terminology to describe characteristics of conditions.

Kelly Says

Ancient fossils show that many early mammals had brachydactylic limbs, and over millions of years, different species evolved longer fingers for specific tasks like grasping or climbing.

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