plantigrade Definition
walking on the soles of the feet, like humans and bears.
Using plantigrade: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "plantigrade" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Humans are plantigrade animals.
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Bears are also plantigrade animals.
plantigrade Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for plantigrade
- bipedal
- orthopedic
- erect
Origins of plantigrade
from Latin 'planta' meaning 'sole of the foot' and 'gradus' meaning 'step'
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Summary: plantigrade in Brief
The term 'plantigrade' [plan-ti-greyd] describes animals that walk on the soles of their feet, such as humans and bears. It is an adjective that can be used to describe the posture or gait of an animal.
