arboreal

/ˌɑrbəˈriːl, ˌɑrbəˈriəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling trees; tree-like or having a tree-like quality

“The arboreal creatures of the forest were fascinating to observe.”

2. noun

the part of an animal’s body that resembles a tree, especially an arm or leg with branches

“The arboreal limbs of the monkey allowed it to swing effortlessly through the trees.”

Synonyms

  • foliated
  • sylvan
  • tree-like

Antonyms

  • ground-dwelling
  • terrestrial