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protractile

UK
/prəʊˈtræktʌɪl/
US
/proʊˈtræktaɪl/

Translations

protractileadjective
more protractile
Comp.
most protractile
Super.
UK
/prəʊˈtræktʌɪl/
US
/proʊˈtræktaɪl/
protractileAnatomie, zoologie.
The chameleon's protractile tongue allows it to catch insects from a distance.
La langue protractile du caméléon lui permet d'attraper des insectes à distance.
Synonyms
extendable
elongated
stretchable

Definitions

protractileadjective
Capable of being extended or protruded.
The chameleon's protractile tongue allows it to catch insects from a distance.
(Zoology) Able to be thrust forward, especially said of jaws, tongues, or other anatomical parts.
Many teleost fishes have protractile jaws that help them seize prey.
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