cauda

[kou-duh, kaw-]

noun

Anatomy, Zoology.

plural

caudae 

1. a tail or taillike appendage.

cauda

/ ˈkɔːdə /

noun

1. zoology the area behind the anus of an animal; tail

2. anatomy

   1. any tail-like structure

   2. the posterior part of an organ

Word History and Origins

Origin of cauda¹

1690–1700; < Latin: tail

Word History and Origins

Origin of cauda¹

Latin: tail

Example Sentences

They aggravated an existing painful back condition, called cauda equina syndrome, which causes paralysis from the waist down.

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We gave it an autumnal spin with assorted root vegetables, squash, and bagna cauda.

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Martin Brown, a former champion weightlifter, injured his cauda equina in the gym.

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Whisk in the crushed red pepper and set aside until the bagna cauda is completely cooled, stirring occasionally.

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In fact, bagna cauda is so versatile it can be a sauce for pasta or grilled fish or any number of dishes.

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