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vestigial

adjective

/vɛˈstɪdʒiəl/

Meaning

Relating to a small, undeveloped remnant of something that was once much larger or more functional.

Humans have a vestigial tailbone that no longer serves its original purpose.

rudimentary, undeveloped, residual, atrophied

developed, functional

vestigial organ, vestigial structure, vestigial remains

easily annoyed or made angry

Contrary; completely different; facing each other; reverse;

soft and loose; lacking firmness or muscle tone; weak

Clear and definite; real; perceptible by touch; capable of being touched or felt.

tree-shaped or branching like a tree

Relating to or involving technology