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  1. hind limb, hindlimbnoun

    a posterior appendage such as a leg or the homologous structure in other animals

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  1. hind limbnoun

    A posterior limb on an animal. When referring to quadrupeds, the term hind leg is often instead used.

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  1. hind limb

    A hindlimb or back limb is one of the paired articulated appendages (limbs) attached on the caudal (posterior) end of a terrestrial tetrapod vertebrate's torso. With reference to quadrupeds, the term hindleg or back leg is often used instead. In bipedal animals with an upright posture (e.g. humans and some primates), the term lower limb is often used.

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  1. hind limb

    A hind limb refers to either of the back two limbs of a quadruped animal, such as mammals and reptiles. It is generally used for standing, walking, running and, in some animals, manipulation of objects or prey. In animals like birds, it contributes to flight by providing a push-off force. The structure and function of the hind limb can vary greatly among different species.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of hind limb in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of hind limb in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

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  • takaraajaFinnish
  • membre postérieur, membre pelvien, membre caudalFrench
  • cerva membraLatin
  • задняя конечностьRussian

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