noun
- a congenital condition in which a person or animal has more than the normal number of fingers or toes
Usage: medical
Examples
- The baby was born with polydactyly, having six fingers on each hand.
- Polydactyly is one of the most common birth defects affecting the hands and feet.
- The surgeon recommended removing the extra digit caused by polydactyly.
- Some cats are born with polydactyly, giving them extra toes.
- The genetic counselor explained that polydactyly can be inherited.
- Treatment for polydactyly depends on the location and function of the extra digit.