synpelmous

adjective

syn·​pel·​mous

(ˈ)sin¦pelməs,

sənˈp-

: having the two main flexor tendons of the toes blended above the divisions which go to each digit

synpelmous foot of a bird

Word History

Etymology

irregular from syn- + Greek pelma sole of the foot + English -ous

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