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Definitions for dewclaw
ˈduˌklɔ, ˈdyu-dew·claw

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  1. dewclawnoun

    A vestigial digit, hoof or claw that does not reach the ground.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Dewclawnoun

    in any animal, esp. of the Herbivora, a rudimentary claw or small hoof not reaching the ground

Wikidata

  1. Dewclaw

    A dewclaw is a vestigial digit on the foot of many mammals, birds, and reptiles. It commonly grows high on the leg so that in digitigrade species, when the animal is standing, it does not make contact with the ground. Dewclaws are often removed in young puppies, though there is debate on whether this is necessary.

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of dewclaw in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of dewclaw in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

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