dactyly

Meaning

Noun

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

Origin

  • From Ancient Greek δάκτυλος ("finger"), equivalent to dactyl + --y.

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