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cloven hoof
noun
: a foot of some animals (such as sheep, goats, or cows) that is divided into two parts
Full Definition of CLOVEN HOOF
1
: a foot (as of a sheep) divided into two parts at its distal extremity
2
[from the traditional representation of Satan as cloven-hoofed] : the sign of devilish character
— clo·ven–hoofed \ˈklō-vən-ˌhu̇ft, -ˌhüft, -ˌhu̇vd, -ˌhüvd\ adjective
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First Known Use of CLOVEN HOOF
1611
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CLOVEN HOOF Defined for Kids
cloven hoof
noun
Definition of CLOVEN HOOF for Kids
: a hoof (as of a sheep or cow) with the front part divided into two sections
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cloven hoof
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Medical Definition of CLOVEN HOOF
—clo·ven–hoofed \-ˈhu̇ft, -ˈhüft, -ˈhu̇vd, -ˈhüvd\ adjective
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