paddle-shaped
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Definition
Adjective: Having a form that resembles or is similar to that of a paddle; shaped like a paddle.
Usage
This adjective is used to describe objects, body parts, or structures that have a broad, flat, and often rounded or slightly elongated form, similar to the blade of an oar or paddle used for rowing. It is typically used in descriptive and technical contexts.
Examples
- The sea turtle uses its paddle-shaped flippers to propel itself through the water.
- The plant has distinctive, paddle-shaped leaves that are very thick.
- Some prehistoric reptiles had paddle-shaped limbs adapted for swimming.
Advanced Usage
The term is often used in scientific fields like biology, botany, and zoology to precisely describe morphological features. * The new species was identified by its uniquely paddle-shaped caudal fin.
Variants and Related Words
- Spatulate (adj.): Another technical term meaning shaped like a spatula, often similar to paddle-shaped but may imply a more pronounced rounded end.
- Oar-shaped (adj.): A less common synonym with a very similar meaning.
Synonyms
- Spatulate
- Oar-shaped
- Flattened and broad
Antonyms
- Needle-shaped
- Cylindrical
- Spherical
Adjective
- shaped in the form of a paddle
- paddle-shaped fins