WEBBED Meaning and
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Webbed is an adjective that describes an object or body part that has a structure consisting of interconnected strands or surfaces, resembling a spider's web. This term is commonly used to describe the condition of a person's or animal's feet or hands which possess skin between their digits, forming a web-like structure. The webbed structure enhances the ability to navigate through water or air, as it increases surface area and aids in propulsion or gliding.
In animals, webbed feet are particularly evident in aquatic species such as ducks, geese, and swans, as the webbing between their toes enables swimming as well as efficient movement on soft surfaces like mud or sand. This adaptation allows them to propel themselves through water with ease and provides stability on land. Similarly, certain bird species possess webbed wings, which enable them to glide effortlessly through the air by maximizing the available air pressure under their wings.
Webbed hands are often observed in amphibians like frogs and some reptiles, such as certain species of lizards and turtles. These structures allow these creatures to swiftly move through water or navigate their surroundings efficiently. Additionally, webbed hands or fingers can also be found in humans due to a congenital condition known as syndactyly, where two or more fingers are fused together by excess skin.
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Having the toes united by a membrane.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of WEBBED
The word "webbed" comes from the verb "web", which originated from the Old English word "wefan". "Wefan" meant "to weave", referring to the process of interlacing threads or yarns to create a fabric or network-like structure. Over time, the noun form "web" emerged, referring to the intricate pattern of threads formed by weaving. From this noun, the adjective "webbed" was derived, meaning having a structure or appendage similar to a web, such as webbed feet in animals like ducks or geese.
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