tadpole
word
Definition
A tadpole is the young form of a frog or toad that lives in water, has a long tail, and no legs. As it grows, it develops legs and becomes an adult frog or toad.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in life science or when talking about frog development. Rarely used outside scientific or educational contexts. Do not confuse with 'polliwog,' which is a less common synonym.
Example Sentences
A tadpole lives in the water and swims with its long tail.
basic
The frog starts life as a tadpole before it grows legs.
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We saw many tadpoles in the pond during spring.
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If you wait a few weeks, the tadpoles will start to grow legs and look more like tiny frogs.
natural
As a kid, I used to catch tadpoles and watch them turn into frogs.
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Every spring, the pond fills up with tadpoles, and the ducks love to eat them.
natural