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unguis

/ˈʌŋ.ɡwɪs/

Tradução: Termo científico para qualquer estrutura rígida do corpo composta principalmente de queratina, como unha, garra ou casco.

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noun

/ˈʌŋ.ɡwɪs/C2formal
  • ptTermo científico para qualquer estrutura rígida do corpo composta principalmente de queratina, como unha, garra ou casco.

A scientific term for any rigid body structure composed primarily of keratin, such as a nail, claw, or hoof.

  1. Keratinous structureC2formalscientific

    A rigid body structure composed primarily of keratin, such as a nail, claw, or hoof.

    ptEstrutura queratinosa

    • The unguis of a cat is retractable and used for hunting.
    • In humans, the unguis is commonly referred to as the fingernail.
    • The unguis of a bird is made of the same material as its beak.
Formas
  • ungues plural form
  • ungues' possessive plural form
  • unguis's possessive singular form