monodactyl

/mɒnɒˈdæktɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A limb or digit that is single or rudimentary in comparison with the others, especially in an animal or a fossil.

“The paleontologist studied the unique monodactyl of the ancient creature.”

Synonyms

  • monodactyly
  • single digit

Antonyms

  • multiple digit
  • polydactyl