caudal

adjective

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cau·dal | \ ˈkȯ-dᵊl

Definition of caudal

1 : of, relating to, or being a tail

2 : directed toward or situated in or near the tail or posterior part of the body

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Recent Examples on the Web Oliver Garza-Pena has caudal regression syndrome and uses a wheelchair to get around. — Aj Willingham, CNN, 15 Feb. 2020 Oliver, who turns 2 next month, has caudal regression syndrome. — Leah Asmelash, CNN, 13 Feb. 2020 Many sharks' tails, called caudal fins, are larger on top than on the bottom, which allows the animals to swim more efficiently. — Lauren Kent, CNN, 28 Nov. 2019 Born without legs because of caudal regression syndrome, Zion Clark became a successful wrestler at Massillon Washington High School in Ohio. — David Lindquist, Indianapolis Star, 3 July 2018 Measurements are taken from the tip of the snout to middle of the fork in the caudal fin (tail). — Mark Yuasa, The Seattle Times, 25 May 2017

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