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hind limb

/haɪnd lɪm/

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/haɪnd lɪm/C1formalscientific
  • ruТермин, обозначающий заднюю ногу или заднюю конечность животного, обычно используемый в анатомическом или ветеринарном контексте для описания конечности, прикреплённой к тазовой области.

A term referring to a back leg or posterior appendage of an animal, typically used in anatomical or veterinary contexts to describe the limb attached to the pelvic region.

  1. Rear leg or appendageB2formal

    One of the two posterior limbs of an animal, used for locomotion and support.

    ruЗадняя конечность

    • The frog's hind limbs are adapted for jumping.
    • In horses, the hind limbs provide the main propulsive force.
    • The dinosaur's hind limbs were much larger than its forelimbs.