tadpole

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tad·pole

noun \ˈtad-ˌpōl\

Definition of TADPOLE

: a larval amphibian; specifically : a frog or toad larva that has a rounded body with a long tail bordered by fins and external gills soon replaced by internal gills and that undergoes a metamorphosis to the adult

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Origin of TADPOLE

Middle English taddepol, from tode toad + polle head
First Known Use: 15th century

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