Opposable Definition

ə-pōzə-bəl
adjective
Possible to oppose or resist.
American Heritage
That can be opposed, or placed opposite something else.
Webster's New World
Capable of moving opposite to and touching one or more other digits of the same hand or foot in a way that allows grasping.
The thumb is an opposable digit.
American Heritage
Capable of being moved so as to touch the other digits.
Webster's New World
Resulting from or characterized by such a digit.
An opposable grip.
Webster's New World
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Origin of Opposable

  • oppose +"Ž -able

    From Wiktionary

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