Condylopodous

/ˌkɒndɪˈlɒpədəs/ adjective

Definition

Having limbs or feet characterized by knuckle-like or joint-like structures; relating to animals with prominent joint features in their limbs.

Etymology

From Greek 'kondylos' (knuckle) and 'pous' (foot) plus the suffix '-ous' (having the quality of). This is a rare anatomical or zoological term.

Kelly Says

This technical term describes physical features you can actually see—it's the kind of word paleontologists use when they're examining fossils and noticing which animals have similar joint structures in their feet.

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