anisodactyl

/ænɪsoʊˈdæktɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of bird with an odd number of toes, especially a bird of prey with one toe pointing forward and two backward.

“The anisodactyl birds of prey were a fascinating sight to behold.”

Synonyms

  • bird of prey
  • odd-toed bird

Antonyms

  • bird with even number of toes