spiny-footed
|spi-ny-foot-ed|
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/ˈspaɪni ˌfʊtɪd/
having spiny feet
Etymology
Etymology Information
'spiny-footed' originates from the combination of 'spiny,' meaning 'covered with spines,' and 'footed,' referring to having a particular type of feet.
Historical Evolution
The term 'spiny-footed' has remained relatively unchanged in its usage, consistently describing creatures with spiny feet.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having spiny feet,' and this meaning has remained consistent over time.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having feet that are covered with spines or thorn-like projections.
The spiny-footed lizard is well adapted to its desert environment.
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Last updated: 2025/04/14 04:32