ambulacral
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/ˌæmbjʊˈleɪkrəl/
related to echinoderm radial areas
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ambulacral' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ambulacrum,' where 'ambulare' meant 'to walk.'
Historical Evolution
'ambulacrum' transformed into the English word 'ambulacral' through scientific Latin usage.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to walking,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'related to the radial areas of echinoderms.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the ambulacra, which are the radial areas of echinoderms (like starfish) through which the tube feet protrude.
The ambulacral grooves of the starfish are lined with tube feet.
Last updated: 2025/07/11 11:21