What does ungual mean?
Ungual means (biology) Pertaining to or resembling a creature's nail, claw or hoof; unguinal..
Ungual
/ˈʌŋɡwəl/ · adjective
Meaning
(biology) Pertaining to or resembling a creature's nail, claw or hoof; unguinal..
Definitions by Sense
- (biology) Pertaining to or resembling a creature's nail, claw or hoof; unguinal.
- A modified toe bone, typically ending in a hoof or claw.
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- unguals
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