digitigrade
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digitigrade
(dĭj′ĭ-tĭ-grād′)adj.
Relating to an animal, such as a cat or dog, whose weight is borne on the toes.
dig′i·ti·grade′ n.
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digitigrade
adjective Referring to an animal whose weight is carried by its digits—e.g., canines, felines.Segen's Medical Dictionary. © 2012 Farlex, Inc. All rights reserved.
digitigrade
walking on the toes or fingers, as in most fast-running animals such as dogs and cats.Collins Dictionary of Biology, 3rd ed. © W. G. Hale, V. A. Saunders, J. P. Margham 2005