dactyly

English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek δάκτυλος (dáktulos, “finger”), equivalent to dactyl- +‎ -y.

Noun

dactyly (plural dactylies)

  1. (biology) The number and arrangement of digits (fingers and toes) on the hands, feet, or (sometimes) wings, of a tetrapod animal.

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