polydactyl

/ˌpɑliˈdæktəl/
adjective
  1. Having more than the normal number of fingers or toes.
    • The vet explained that polydactyl kittens are not uncommon in certain breeds.
    • Some polydactyl people have an extra finger that is fully functional.
    • The polydactyl cat had six toes on each front paw.
noun
  1. A person, animal, or creature that has more than the normal number of fingers or toes.
    • The polydactyl was a famous attraction at the local pet show.
    • The museum displayed the skeleton of a polydactyl from an ancient species.
    • As a polydactyl, she had an extra toe on each foot that never caused her any trouble.
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