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What words use the root word digitus?

The root word "digitus" is Latin for "finger" or "toe." Here are some words derived from it:

Directly from "digitus":

* Digit: A numeral, especially one of the ten Arabic numerals 0-9. (The word "digit" can also refer to a finger or toe, but this is less common.)

Derived from "digitus" with modifications:

* Digital: Relating to or using digits, especially in representing numbers or other data.

* Digitization: The process of converting information into a digital format.

* Interdigital: Situated between the fingers or toes.

* Digitigrade: Referring to animals that walk on their toes, with the heel elevated off the ground (e.g., dogs, cats).

Note: The root "digitus" is also sometimes used in more specialized terms related to anatomy and medicine.

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