appendage
/əˈpɛndɪdʒ/noun★Intermediate
general
a part that is attached to a larger structure or body
The tail is an appendage of some animals.
This means the tail is a part attached to the animal's body.
The appendix is an appendage in the human digestive system.
This means the appendix is a small part attached to the intestines.
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The term is often used in anatomy and biology to describe parts like limbs, tails, or other extensions.
Collocations
body appendagea part attached to the body, such as a limb or taillimb appendagea part of the body like an arm or leg
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💡Pro Tip
Biological Context
In biology, 'appendage' often refers to limbs, tails, or other extensions from the main body.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'appendere' meaning 'to hang on' or 'to attach'.
📝Usage Notes
The term is commonly used in biological and anatomical contexts to describe parts that extend from a main structure.
Word Breakdown
append
to attach or hang on
root-age
a state or condition
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