Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prehensile
Adjective
/prɪˈhɛn.saɪl/
Definition
Adapted for grasping or holding.
Examples
- The lemur uses its prehensile tail to help balance while jumping through the trees.
- Some species of monkey have prehensile fingers that allow them to easily grasp branches.
- Prehensile adaptations can be seen in the tails of certain species of opossums.
Meaning
The term refers to the ability of certain body parts, particularly limbs or tails, to grasp or hold onto objects.
Synonyms
- Grasping
- Clutching
- Seizing
