Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Altricial.
Altricial - as an adjective
(of hatchlings) naked and blind and dependent on parents for food
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
precocial15Altricial - as a noun
Such an animal
Example Sentences
"The altricial bird was unable to fly and had to rely on its parents for food."
"The altricial mammals are born hairless and blind."
"Nestlings of altricial birds are totally dependent on their parents."
"The altricial young of rabbits are born with closed eyes."
"The altricial nature of the species led to a high mortality rate among the newborns."
Word Game Points
Is ALTRICIAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, altricial is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ALTRICIAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is ALTRICIAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, altricial is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordALTRICIAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is ALTRICIAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, altricial is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordALTRICIAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
