blunt-footed
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/ˌblʌntˈfʊtɪd/
having blunt or non-pointed feet
Etymology
Etymology Information
'blunt-footed' is formed in English from the adjective 'blunt' meaning 'not sharp' and 'footed' meaning 'having feet'.
Historical Evolution
The word was created in English by combining 'blunt' and 'footed' to describe animals with non-pointed feet.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it simply described the physical characteristic of having blunt feet, and this meaning has remained unchanged.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having feet that are blunt or not sharply pointed, often used in zoology to describe certain animals.
The blunt-footed gecko is adapted to walking on rocky surfaces.
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Last updated: 2025/07/30 07:35