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forelimb

UK
/ˈfɔːr.lɪm/
US
/ˈfɔr.lɪm/

Translations

forelimbadjective
UK
/ˈfɔː.lɪm/
US
/ˈfɔr.lɪm/
Used attributively to modify another noun, e.g., "forelimb development genes".
antérieurTerme d’anatomie.
Forelimb musculature differs greatly between bats and birds.
La musculature antérieure diffère beaucoup entre les chauves-souris et les oiseaux.
forelimbnoun
forelimbs
pl
UK
/ˈfɔːr.lɪm/
US
/ˈfɔr.lɪm/
membre antérieurTerme d’anatomie animale.
The horse's forelimb was injured, making it difficult for it to walk.
Le membre antérieur du cheval était blessé, ce qui rendait la marche difficile.
Additional translations
patte avantEmploi plus courant et moins technique, surtout pour les quadrupèdes.
Synonyms
front limb
anterior limb
foreleg
arm

Definitions

forelimbadjective
Relating to, situated in, or characteristic of a forelimb.
Forelimb musculature differs greatly between bats and birds.
forelimbnoun
Either of the front limbs of an animal, such as a leg, wing, or flipper.
The horse's forelimb was injured, making it difficult for it to walk.
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