Meaning of the word "ungual tuft" in English
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ungual tuft
US /ˈʌŋɡwəl tʌft/
UK /ˈʌŋɡwəl tʌft/
Noun
1.
A small tuft of hair or fur found on the digits of some animals, often near the claws or hooves.
Example:
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The veterinarian examined the dog's paw, noting the presence of a small ungual tuft between its toes.
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Some species of rodents have prominent ungual tufts that help them grip surfaces.
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