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Definition of Uropygial

1. a. Of or pertaining to the uropygium, or prominence at the base of the tail feathers, in birds.

2. a. Of or pertaining to the uropygium, or prominence at the base of the tail feathers, in birds.

Definition of Uropygial

1. Adjective. (ornithology) Of or pertaining to the uropygium; on the rump. ¹

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Definition of Uropygial

1. [adj]

Medical Definition of Uropygial

1. Of or pertaining to the uropygium, or prominence at the base of the tail feathers, in birds. Uropygial gland, a peculiar sebaceous gland at the base of the tail feathers in most birds. It secretes an oily fluid which is spread over the feathers by preening. See: Uropygium. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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