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单词 pentapedal
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Definition of pentapedal in English:

pentapedal

adjective ˌpɛntəˈpɛdlˌpɛntəˈpiːdlˌpɛnˈtapɪdl
Zoology
  • Five-legged; specifically designating a method of locomotion used by kangaroos and wallabies at slow speeds, in which the hind legs alternate with the fore legs and tail in supporting the body.

Origin

1970s. From penta- + pedal. Compare earlier quinquepedal, and bipedal, tripedal, etc.

 
 

Definition of pentapedal in US English:

pentapedal

adjective
Zoology
  • Five-legged; specifically designating a method of locomotion used by kangaroos and wallabies at slow speeds, in which the hind legs alternate with the fore legs and tail in supporting the body.

Origin

1970s. From penta- + pedal. Compare earlier quinquepedal, and bipedal, tripedal, etc.

 
 
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