Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
orthograde
Adjective
/ˈɔːr.θə.ɡreɪd/
Definition
Relating to or denoting an upright position or way of movement, particularly in animals that walk on two legs or those whose limbs are arranged for such movement.
Examples
- Humans are considered orthograde because they walk upright on two legs.
- Some primates have orthograde locomotion when they move through trees.
Meaning
The term ‘orthograde’ is often used in zoology and anatomy to describe organisms that are adapted for a vertical or upright posture.
Synonyms
- Upright
- Vertical
