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Appendage Definition & Meaning

appendage
noun
  1. an external body part that projects from the body; "it is important to keep the extremities warm"
  2. a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant; "a bony process"
  3. a part that is joined to something larger

"Appendage" in song lyrics

See how appendage is used in real songs:

  • "anterior appendage"
    AOL — AOL
  • "right atrial appendage"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does appendage mean?
an external body part that projects from the body; "it is important to keep the extremities warm" a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant; "a bony process" a part that is joined to something larger
What part of speech is appendage?
Appendage is a noun.
How many definitions does appendage have?
Appendage has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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