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appendage
/əˈpɛndɪdʒ/
a part attached to something larger
The arm is an appendage of the human body.
This means the arm is a part that is attached to the main body.
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.
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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