noun
syndactyly
Syndactyly (noun) means In some animals and birds, the natural state of having toes or fingers joined together.
noun
1
In some animals and birds, the natural state of having toes or fingers joined together.
2
In humans, an unusual condition where some fingers or toes are joined by skin.
"Complex syndactylies are more often part of a syndrome such as Apert, Carpenter, or Saethre-Chotzen syndrome."
— Angelo B. Lipira, 40: Congenital Hand Differences (2021)
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Etymology
Formed from syn- plus Ancient Greek δάκτυλος (dáktulos, "finger") plus -y.
Synonyms
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syndactylism
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of syndactyly?
"syndactyly" (noun) means in some animals and birds, the natural state of having toes or fingers joined together.
What is another word for syndactyly?
Other words for "syndactyly" include syndactylism.
What are the different meanings of syndactyly?
"syndactyly" has 2 main meanings: 1. In some animals and birds, the natural state of having toes or fingers joined together; 2. In humans, an unusual condition where some fingers or toes are joined by skin.
