quadruped

noun

Definition of quadrupednext
as in animal
technical an animal that has four feet Horses and cows are quadrupeds.

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Recent Examples of quadruped Robot masters terrain The framework was tested on KAIST’s quadruped robot, HOUND, in both indoor and outdoor environments. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 July 2026 The robotics company is popularly known for its viral video demonstrations of quadruped and biped robots, with the most recent examples including its Atlas humanoid robot learning various soccer moves during the 2026 World Cup. — Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 7 July 2026 Other applications might include robotics, such as adaptive robotic quadrupeds. — Shirl Leigh may 22, New Atlas, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for quadruped
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  1. animal
  2. creature
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  • If Kenny hates animals and Whitney hates moms, what is next, someone hating s’mores?
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 15 July 2026
  • This free pet pantry offers free pet food, treats and supplies for dogs, cats and other small animals.
    — Mary Eber, CBS News, 14 July 2026
Definition of animal
Noun
  • The trio wore shirts that featured the ears of Middle-earth creatures in various skin tones.
    — Zack Sharf, Variety, 15 July 2026
  • Here, in a patch of the city that is 99 percent concrete, a space that leaves no quarter for animals to survive, is evidence that the creatures are thriving, albeit just out of reach.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 July 2026
Definition of creature

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