dewclaw

English
A dog's paw with the dewclaw labeled (D).

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Etymology

Uncertain first element + claw. Compare dewlap.

Noun

dewclaw (plural dewclaws)

  1. A vestigial digit, hoof or claw that does not reach the ground.

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