Vocabulary Entry

digitigrade

|adjective • noun

adjective

Describing an animal that walks on its toes with the heel elevated.

Example Sentences

"Cats are digitigrade animals, as they walk on their toes rather than their entire foot."

"The digitigrade posture of dogs allows them to run swiftly and silently."

"In contrast to humans, who are plantigrade, digitigrade creatures have a different form of locomotion."

noun

Example Sentences

"The cheetah is a digitigrade, allowing it to sprint at incredible speeds."

"Many digitigrades, such as foxes and wolves, have adapted well to various environments."

"Digitigrades usually have long limbs that aid in their agility and speed."