What does appendicular mean?
Appendicular means Of or pertaining to a limb or appendage..
Appendicular
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Of or pertaining to a limb or appendage..
Definitions by Sense
- Of or pertaining to a limb or appendage.
- Of or pertaining to the appendix.
Example Sentences
The primary locomotory muscles of terrestrial mammals are appendicular, so much of the locomotory heat energy of the muscle is transferred to the environment rather than directed into the body cavities; this is not the case for ascrotal marine mammals, whose primary locomotory muscles surround the abdominal and pelvic cavities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for appendicular?
Common synonyms include appendiceal.
What is the opposite of appendicular?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use appendicular in a sentence?
The primary locomotory muscles of terrestrial mammals are appendicular, so much of the locomotory heat energy of the muscle is transferred to the environment rather than directed into the body cavities; this is not the case for ascrotal marine mammals, whose primary locomotory muscles surround the abdominal and pelvic cavities.
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