Definitions for: Unguiculata


[n] in former classifications a major division of Mammalia comprising mammals with nails or claws; distinguished from hoofed mammals and cetaceans



Webster (1913) Definition: Un*guic`u*la"ta, n. pl. [NL., fr. L. unguiculus a
finger nail.] (Zo["o]l.)
An extensive division of Mammalia including those having
claws or nails, as distinguished from the hoofed animals
(Ungulata).

See Also: class Mammalia, eutherian, eutherian mammal, Mammalia, placental, placental mammal

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