hind limb
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Refers to the back legs of an animal.
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Examples (10)
- The animal is able to stand up on its hind limbs.
- Kangaroos use their powerful hind limbs for jumping.
- A dog's hind limbs are crucial for propulsion.
- The cat injured its hind limb in the fall.
- Many insects have six limbs, with the hind limbs often adapted for jumping.
- The frog pushed off with its strong hind limbs.
- The deer had a noticeable limp in its left hind limb.
- Bears often stand on their hind limbs to get a better view.
- The paleontologist studied the structure of the dinosaur's hind limbs.
- The doctor examined the injured animal's hind limb.