zygodactyli

Meanings

• Noun

  A term used in anatomy to describe the arrangement of toes or fingers, where the first and last digits point forward, while the second and next-to-last digits point backward.

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Variants

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zygodactyl , zygodactylous

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Etymology

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From the Greek words 'zygo-' (yoked) and 'dactylos' (finger or toe).

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Trivia

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1. Zygodactyly is also known as 'reverse foot' or 'reverse hand'.

2. In humans, zygodactyly is a rare condition and is often associated with other genetic disorders.

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Related Concepts

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1. Brachydactyly: A condition characterized by short fingers or toes.

2. Syndactyly: A condition characterized by webbed fingers or toes.

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Culture

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Zygodactyly is a condition that occurs naturally in certain animals, such as horses, primates, and some birds. It is believed to provide an evolutionary advantage in gripping and climbing.

How to Memorize "zygodactyli"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a hand or foot with the first and last fingers pointing forward, while the middle fingers are pointing backward.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term with the image of a yoke, as in the Greek origin of the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'First and last digits forward, others backward'.

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