cloven-hoofed

adjective

Having the hoof divided into two parts, as the ox.

Meanings

adjectivecloven-hoofed (not comparable)

alternative cloven-hooved

  1. not comparableHaving the hoof divided into two parts, as the ox.

Synonyms & antonyms

adjectiveof or relating to the cloven feet of ruminants or swine

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