Meaning of the word "cloven hoof" in English

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cloven hoof

US /ˌkloʊvən ˈhʊf/
UK /ˌkloʊvən ˈhʊf/
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Noun

1.

a hoof that is divided into two parts, as in cattle, sheep, and goats

Example:
The devil is often depicted with a cloven hoof.
Cattle have a cloven hoof, which helps them walk on uneven terrain.
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