caudal
/ˈkɔdəl/
adjective
- Relating to or near the tail or the rear part of an animal's body.
- The caudal fin helps the fish steer through the water.
- In many animals, the caudal vertebrae make up the tail.
- The veterinarian examined the caudal region of the dog for any injuries.
- Situated toward the hind end of the body; posterior.
- In human anatomy, the coccyx is the most caudal bone of the vertebral column.
- The caudal part of the spine connects to the pelvis.
- The doctor noted that the pain was in the caudal area of the patient's back.
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- A caudal fin or tail-like appendage.
- The caudal of the whale is broad and flat, helping it dive deep.
- Biologists measured the length of the fish's caudal to study its swimming speed.
- The shark's powerful caudal propels it through the ocean.