urodele

Meanings

• noun

  An amphibian belonging to the order Urodela, characterized by the absence of metamorphosis and retention of gills or a larval tail in the adult.

  - "The urodele is an amphibian that retains its larval traits into adulthood."
  - "Urodeles are a group of amphibians that include salamanders and newts."

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Variants

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urodele , urodeles

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Etymology

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From Greek urodēlē, from ouron, ouranos, 'tail' + delein, deloun, 'to detach'.

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Trivia

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1. Urodeles are the largest order of amphibians, with over 6,000 known species.

2. The longest urodele on record is the Tasmanian Hellbender, which can reach up to 2.5 meters in length.

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1. Amphibians: Urodeles are a type of amphibian, characterized by their lack of metamorphosis and the retention of larval traits in adulthood.

2. Salamanders: A large group of urodeles, characterized by their long tails and the presence of lungs for breathing air.

3. Newts: A group of urodeles characterized by their terrestrial lifestyle and the absence of gills in adults.

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In heraldry, the urodele is used as a symbol of transformation and renewal due to its ability to shed its skin.

How to Memorize "urodele"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a salamander or newt, with its long tail and larval traits, to remember the definition of a urodele.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'urodele' with 'amphibian' and 'salamander' or 'newt' to remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Urodele: Ugly Reptile, Only Detached Limbs End' to remember the definition.

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