ungual

adjective un·gual \ˈəŋ-gwəl, ˈən-\

Definition of UNGUAL

: of, relating to, or resembling a nail, claw, or hoof

Latin unguis nail, claw, hoof — more at nail

First Known Use: 1834

Medical Dictionary

adjective un·gual \ˈəŋ-gwəl, ˈən-\

: of or relating to a fingernail or toenail

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