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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

polydactyl

/pɒliˈdæktɪl/ adjective · British & US
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What does polydactyl mean?

adjective

Having more than the normal number of fingers or toes, especially on the hands or feet. A cat with polydactyly has extra toes.

Example

"The veterinarian examined the polydactyl cat and determined that its extra toes were a genetic trait."

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