Prehensile
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɹɪˈhɛn.saɪl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Prehensile is an adjective meaning (zoology) Able to take hold of and clasp objects; adapted for grasping especially by wrapping around an object.
Meaning
(zoology) Able to take hold of and clasp objects; adapted for grasping especially by wrapping around an object.
Example Sentences
Some monkeys have prehensile tails which they use to pick things up.
Synonyms for prehensile
Depending on context, synonyms include avaricious, covetous, intelligent, acquisitive, grasping, greedy.
Antonyms for prehensile
Common opposites include nonprehensile.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include grabby, grasping, greedy, avaricious, acquisitive, covetous.
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