Meaning of the word vestigial in English
What does vestigial mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
vestigial
US /vesˈtɪdʒ.i.əl/
UK /vesˈtɪdʒ.i.əl/
Adjective
forming a small remnant of something that was once much larger or more noticeable
Example:
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The appendix is a vestigial organ in humans.
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The small, almost invisible wings of some flightless birds are vestigial.