unguis

/ˈʌŋgwɪs/

Definitions of unguis

1. noun

   any rigid body structure composed primarily of keratin
   synonyms: horny structure

   types:

   hoof

   the horny covering of the end of the foot in ungulate mammals

   claw

   sharp curved horny process on the toe of a bird or some mammals or reptiles

   nail

   horny plate covering and protecting part of the dorsal surface of the digits

   bear claw

   claw of a bear; often used in jewelry

   talon

   a sharp hooked claw especially on a bird of prey

   fingernail

   the nail at the end of a finger

   toenail

   the nail at the end of a toe

   type of:

   anatomical structure, bodily structure, body structure, complex body part, structure

   a particular complex anatomical part of a living thing