First Known Use: 1900
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anuran
noun an·uran \ə-ˈnyu̇r-ən, a-, -ˈnu̇r-\
Definition of ANURAN
: any of an order (Anura) of amphibians comprising the frogs, toads, and tree frogs all of which lack a tail in the adult stage and have long hind limbs often suited to leaping and swimming
— anuran adjective
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Origin of ANURAN
ultimately from Greek a- + oura tail — more at ass
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