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Prehensile

usgb/prɪˈhensl/Volume
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Zoological TermPlay
Mostly used in zoology to describe animals that can grab objects, like monkeys or possums. SlideOpossums use their prehensile tails to hang onto branches.
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Refers to specific body parts adapted for grasping or holding, not just any part. SlideElephants have prehensile trunks used for manipulating objects.
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Rarely used for humans, even though we can grasp because it implies a specialized adaptation. SlideWhile humans have dexterous hands, they aren't typically described as prehensile.
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