Apposable (Adjective)
Meaning
Capable of being placed opposite to something; "the thumb is opposable to the forefinger".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The opposable thumb of the human hand allows for precise grasping and manipulation of objects.
- The primate's opposable thumb enabled it to climb and swing through the trees with ease.
- The opposable big toe of the ape allows it to grasp and balance on branches.
- The opposable claws of the cat enable it to climb up curtains and other vertical surfaces.
- The opposable digits of the octopus allow it to grasp and manipulate objects with great dexterity.