Definition

A type of foot that has skin connecting the toes, which helps animals swim better.

Example

The duck has a webfoot that allows it to paddle through the water easily.

Conversation

Did you see that duck swimming at the park today?

Yeah, it had the cutest webfoot I've ever seen!

I love how they can glide through the water effortlessly.

Right? Those webfoot toes make a big difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Webfoot → It is formed from "web" (from Old English *webb*, meaning woven or network) and "foot" (from Old English *fōt*, meaning foot). The word "webfoot" refers to a foot that is webbed or has a membrane between the toes, resembling a woven structure.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'woven' structure ('web') that connects the toes ('foot') — that's why a webfoot is a foot with webbing between the toes.

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