Definition

This word describes an animal or creature that does not have a tail.

Example

The acaudal fish species have adapted to life without a tail fin.

Conversation

Have you ever seen an acaudal animal before?

No, I haven't! What does that mean?

It means they have no tail, which is pretty unusual.

That sounds interesting! I wonder how they balance without one.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Acaudal is formed from "a-" (meaning without) and "cauda" (from Latin, meaning tail). The word describes something that is without a tail.

Memory Tip

Think of 'a-' meaning without and 'cauda' meaning tail — so acaudal refers to something that has no tail.

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