Caudate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɔː.deɪt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Caudate is an adjective meaning (botany) Tapering into a long, tail-like extension at the apex.
Meaning
(botany) Tapering into a long, tail-like extension at the apex.
More Meanings
- (zoology) Having a tail.
- (zoology) Of or pertaining to the Caudata order of amphibians.
- (anatomy) Having a tail-like extension.
- (zoology) Any member of the Caudata order of amphibians.
Example Sentences
the caudate nucleus
Some caudates show caudal autotomy, in that part or all of the tail can be shed and subsequently regenerated.
Word Forms
- caudates
Synonyms for caudate
Depending on context, synonyms include simple, caudal, bobtail, tailed, swallow-tailed, urodele.
Antonyms for caudate
Common opposites include acaudate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include caudated, caudal, taillike, tailed, urodele, swallow-tailed.
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