1. plural of caudate; animals or organisms that have a tail or tail-like structure
Usage: biology; zoology

1. having a tail or tail-like appendage; possessing a cauda
Usage: biology; anatomy

Examples

• Most caudates in the amphibian class retain their tails throughout their lives.
• The caudates among vertebrates include salamanders and newts.
• These caudates species are distinguished by their prominent tail structures.
• In evolutionary biology, caudates represent an important group of organisms.
• The fossil record shows that many ancient caudates were much larger than modern forms.