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Definition of ungulate

ungulate

/ˈʌŋ.ɡjə.lət/
un · gu · late
Plural:ungulates
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ungulate Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A hoofed mammal, typically herbivorous, belonging to diverse taxonomic groups that include horses, cattle, deer, pigs, and elephants.

Example

"During the dry season, millions of ungulates migrate across the African savanna in search of water and fresh grazing lands."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Late Latin 'ungulatus' (hoofed), derived from Latin 'ungula' (hoof, claw), which is a diminutive form of 'unguis' (nail, claw).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ungulate. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ungulate
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