aproctous

/ˌæproʊktəs, ˌæp-rɒk-/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having no tail

“The scientist described the new species as aproctous, indicating its unique lack of a tail.”

2. noun

A creature or being without a tail

“The collection of aproctous animals in the museum was a rare sight to behold.”

Synonyms

  • caudate
  • tailless

Antonyms

  • tailed