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Endaspidean

Enˊdas-pid′e-an

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Adj.
[
End
o- + Gr. [GREEK], [GREEK], a shield.]
(Zoöl.)
Having the anterior scutes extending around the tarsus on the inner side; – said of certain birds.

Definition 2024

endaspidean

endaspidean

English

Adjective

endaspidean ‎(not comparable)

  1. (zoology) Having the anterior scutes extending around the tarsus on the inner side; said of certain birds.

Etymology

From endo- + Ancient Greek [Term?] ‎(“a shield”).

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