1. a claw, nail, or hoof of an animal
Usage: anatomical term
2. the narrow base of a petal in some flowers
Usage: botanical term

Examples

• The bird’s sharp unguis helped it grip the branch securely.
• Each unguis on the cat’s paw was perfectly curved for climbing.
• The veterinarian examined the horse’s unguis for signs of infection.
• In botany class, we learned to identify the unguis of different flower petals.
• The unguis of the rose petal was much narrower than its blade.
• Eagles use their powerful unguis to catch and hold prey.